Paonia town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Paonia town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Paonia town, Colorado has a total population of 1,454, the 194th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $52,466, which is 43% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 43% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Paonia town Quick Facts

Population 1,454

Median Household Income $52,466

Median Home Value $301,300

Poverty Rate 19.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.5%

Median Age 51.9 years

Homeownership Rate 60.2%

Affordability Ratio 5.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.1%

High School Graduation Rate 93.5%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 1,454 194th of 471

Median Income $52,466 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 19.1% 54% higher national

Median Home Value $301,300 below average

How Paonia town Compares

Median Household Income

Paonia town

$52,466

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Paonia town

$301,300

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.5%

$25K-$50K 15.8%

$50K-$100K 23.3%

$100K+ 31.4%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

51.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 60.2%

Renter 39.8%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.7%

18-34

13.6%

35-54

21.9%

55-74

36.7%

75+

13.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Paonia town Rankings in Colorado

#194 Population of 471

#320 Median Income of 471

#220 Education of 471

#262 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Paonia town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Parachute town	1,513	$58,910	$269,500	9.4%	17.9%
Alamosa East CDP	1,404	$44,741	$219,100	30.2%	33.1%
Ellicott CDP	1,337	$55,822	N/A	7.2%	39.0%
Springfield town	1,482	$42,368	$122,600	24.0%	16.5%
Limon town	1,572	$46,950	$208,000	39.4%	7.6%

Population Overview

Paonia town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 1,454. It ranks as the 194th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Paonia town is 51.9 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 37.5 years. Only 14.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.1% 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 Paonia town is $52,466. This is 43% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.1%. This is 104% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $301,300. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 60.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Paonia town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.6%.

Education

34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 93.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Paonia 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 Paonia town, Colorado?

Paonia town, Colorado has a population of 1,454 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Paonia town is $52,466, which is 33% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Paonia town, CO?

The poverty rate in Paonia town is 19.1%. This means approximately 270 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Paonia town, Colorado?

Paonia town's population is 78.1% White, 5.4% Black, 13.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Paonia town is $301,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.

How educated is Paonia town, Colorado?

34.1% of adults (25+) in Paonia town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.