Naturita, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Naturita, Colorado had a total population of 589, the 271st largest town in Colorado, with a median household income of $27,917, which is 71% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 71% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Naturita Quick Facts
How Naturita Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 520 | 589 | +13.3% |
| Median household income | $28,021 | $27,917 | -0.4% |
| Median home value | $169,000 | $158,400 | -6.3% |
How Naturita Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Naturita Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Montrose County
Cities Similar to Naturita
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Luis | 560 | $26,708 | $98,800 | 11.1% | 21.6% |
| Coaldale | 538 | N/A | $383,300 | 8.3% | 19.9% |
| La Jara | 522 | N/A | $141,700 | 25.5% | 24.9% |
| Antonito | 579 | $35,083 | $85,700 | 11.5% | 19.0% |
| Holly | 665 | $33,750 | $99,800 | 4.5% | 18.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 589, Naturita's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Naturita is a small community located in Colorado, within Montrose County. The total population is 589. It ranks as the 271st most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Naturita is 45.3 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Naturita is $27,917. This is 71% lower than the state median of $95,470. It is also 65% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.0%. This is 175% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Naturita, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $158,400. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 88.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Naturita has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.1% vs 64.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.
Education
14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 45.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Naturita, Colorado is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Colorado state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 472 Census-designated places in Colorado. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Naturita, Colorado?
Naturita, Colorado has a population of 589 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Naturita, CO?
The median household income in Naturita is $27,917, which is 65% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Naturita, CO?
The poverty rate in Naturita is 26.0%. This means approximately 153 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Naturita, Colorado?
Naturita's population is 98.1% White, 0.0% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Naturita, CO?
The median home value in Naturita is $158,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.
How educated is Naturita, Colorado?
14.9% of adults (25+) in Naturita hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.