Park County, Colorado Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Park County is located in Colorado with a total population of 17,739. It is the 28th most populous county out of 64 in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Park County is 51.7 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.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Park County is $95,450. This is 3% higher than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 23% lower 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 $489,300. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 87.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Park County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.4%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.4%) is well below the state average of 22.2%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.

Education

38.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 97.3%.