Nucla town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Nucla town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Nucla town, Colorado has a total population of 634, the 264th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $44,038, which is 52% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 52% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 12.6% is notably above the national average.

Nucla town Quick Facts

Population 634

Median Household Income $44,038

Median Home Value $129,700

Poverty Rate 12.2%

Unemployment Rate 12.6%

Median Age 45.9 years

Homeownership Rate 72.7%

Affordability Ratio 2.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.5%

High School Graduation Rate 87.5%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 634 264th of 471

Median Income $44,038 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 12.2% 2% lower national

Median Home Value $129,700 bottom 20%

How Nucla town Compares

Median Household Income

Nucla town

$44,038

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Nucla town

$129,700

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.4%

$25K-$50K 39.5%

$50K-$100K 35.0%

$100K+ 10.1%

Employment

12.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

42.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.7%

Renter 27.3%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.3%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

15.6%

55-74

36.1%

75+

10.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 51 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Nucla town Rankings in Colorado

#264 Population of 471

#361 Median Income of 471

#385 Education of 471

#373 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Nucla town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Walden town	658	$42,344	$194,100	25.7%	18.7%
Blende CDP	646	$50,385	$240,700	25.8%	19.4%
Simla town	576	N/A	$210,300	19.9%	28.0%
Dinosaur town	614	$51,086	$23,200	8.1%	1.8%
La Jara town	593	$39,630	$134,400	17.2%	28.2%

Population Overview

Nucla town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 634. It ranks as the 264th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nucla town is 45.9 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 37.5 years. 10.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nucla town is $44,038. This is 52% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 44% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 12.6%. This is 181% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $129,700. Housing costs are 74% lower than the state median of $502,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Nucla town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Nucla town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.9%) is well below the state average of 22.2%.

Education

14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 44.7%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Nucla town, Colorado is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Colorado state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 471 Census-designated places in Colorado. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Nucla town, Colorado?

Nucla town, Colorado has a population of 634 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Nucla town, CO?

The median household income in Nucla town is $44,038, which is 44% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Nucla town, CO?

The poverty rate in Nucla town is 12.2%. This means approximately 77 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Nucla town, Colorado?

Nucla town's population is 90.8% White, 2.2% Black, 6.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Nucla town, CO?

The median home value in Nucla town is $129,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is Nucla town, Colorado?

14.5% of adults (25+) in Nucla town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.