Pritchett, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pritchett, Colorado had a total population of 142, the 391st largest town in Colorado. The poverty rate is 39.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (39.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Pritchett Quick Facts
How Pritchett 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 | 156 | 142 | -9.0% |
How Pritchett 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+)
Pritchett Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Baca County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 1,384 | $48,295 | 12.4% | $134,100 |
| Walsh | 492 | $24,196 | 27.2% | $85,000 |
| Vilas | 184 | N/A | 34.8% | $65,000 |
| Campo | 58 | $53,125 | 10.3% | $36,100 |
| Two Buttes | 15 | $25,000 | 0.0% | $28,300 |
Cities Similar to Pritchett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Segundo | 143 | $79,141 | $160,700 | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Redstone | 144 | $114,479 | $826,600 | 59.0% | 0.0% |
| Peyton | 139 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Seibert | 138 | $48,750 | $118,800 | 10.6% | 16.7% |
| El Moro | 151 | $108,571 | $237,500 | 30.1% | 4.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 142, Pritchett'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
Pritchett is a small community located in Colorado, within Baca County. The total population is 142. It ranks as the 391st most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pritchett is 40.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 39.6%. This is 319% 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 Pritchett, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 62.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pritchett has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.9%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.
Education
28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 86.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pritchett, 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 Pritchett, Colorado?
Pritchett, Colorado has a population of 142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pritchett, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pritchett — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pritchett, CO?
The poverty rate in Pritchett is 39.6%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pritchett, Colorado?
Pritchett's population is 92.3% White, 0.0% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pritchett, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Pritchett — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Pritchett, Colorado?
28.3% of adults (25+) in Pritchett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.