Rifle city, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rifle city, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Rifle city, Colorado has a total population of 10,466, the 67th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $80,629, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.4%.

Rifle city Quick Facts

Population 10,466

Median Household Income $80,629

Median Home Value $377,900

Poverty Rate 5.4%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 32.3 years

Homeownership Rate 70.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.1%

High School Graduation Rate 86.5%

Diversity Index 53/100

Population 10,466 67th of 471

Median Income $80,629 average

Poverty Rate 5.4% 56% lower national

Median Home Value $377,900 average

How Rifle city Compares

Median Household Income

Rifle city

$80,629

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Rifle city

$377,900

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.8%

$25K-$50K 16.4%

$50K-$100K 32.7%

$100K+ 39.1%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

79.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.6%

Renter 29.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.9%

18-34

26.6%

35-54

25.8%

55-74

15.7%

75+

4.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 51 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Rifle city Rankings in Colorado

#67 Population of 471

#199 Median Income of 471

#350 Education of 471

#208 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Rifle city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Berkley CDP	10,838	$76,232	$453,600	26.7%	14.7%
Edwards CDP	10,415	$90,735	$747,700	57.9%	11.6%
Glenwood Springs city	10,171	$87,000	$592,000	38.1%	8.9%
Gunbarrel CDP	10,424	$111,506	$789,200	69.9%	9.4%
Derby CDP	8,692	$78,696	$317,400	10.3%	7.9%

Population Overview

Rifle city is a small city located in Colorado. The total population is 10,466. It ranks as the 67th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rifle city is 32.3 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 37.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rifle city is $80,629. This is 13% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.4%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $377,900. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 70.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Rifle city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 41.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (41.9% vs 22.2%). The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.

Education

18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 86.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rifle city, 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 Rifle city, Colorado?

Rifle city, Colorado has a population of 10,466 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rifle city, CO?

The median household income in Rifle city is $80,629, which is 3% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Rifle city, CO?

The poverty rate in Rifle city is 5.4%. This means approximately 555 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rifle city, Colorado?

Rifle city's population is 54.0% White, 0.1% Black, 41.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rifle city, CO?

The median home value in Rifle city is $377,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

How educated is Rifle city, Colorado?

18.1% of adults (25+) in Rifle city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.