Rifle, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rifle, Colorado had a total population of 10,570, the 67th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $80,000, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Rifle Quick Facts
How Rifle 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 | 10,466 | 10,570 | +1.0% |
| Median household income | $80,629 | $80,000 | -0.8% |
| Median home value | $377,900 | $413,500 | +9.4% |
How Rifle 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 52 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Rifle Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Garfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Springs | 10,241 | $91,481 | 7.9% | $619,000 |
| Carbondale | 6,637 | $108,324 | 10.5% | $900,600 |
| Battlement Mesa | 5,755 | $76,152 | 11.0% | $312,700 |
| New Castle | 4,880 | $80,084 | 6.2% | $454,300 |
| Silt | 3,642 | $93,690 | 2.6% | $446,900 |
| Parachute | 1,422 | $58,778 | 27.5% | $271,400 |
| Chacra | 457 | N/A | 21.7% | $1,041,700 |
| Mulford | 413 | $141,036 | 0.0% | $1,302,100 |
| Cattle Creek | 396 | $44,769 | 4.8% | $1,100,000 |
| No Name | 269 | $158,377 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Rifle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards | 10,785 | $81,909 | $937,300 | 59.8% | 12.5% |
| Berkley | 10,789 | $84,637 | $468,100 | 30.3% | 14.1% |
| Glenwood Springs | 10,241 | $91,481 | $619,000 | 36.3% | 7.9% |
| Fort Lupton | 8,897 | $80,889 | $416,000 | 12.3% | 17.6% |
| Fort Morgan | 11,605 | $64,158 | $313,400 | 18.2% | 16.0% |
Population Overview
Rifle is a small city located in Colorado, within Garfield County. The total population is 10,570. It ranks as the 67th most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rifle is 32.4 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 37.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rifle is $80,000. This is 16% lower than the state median of $95,470. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.6%. The median home value is $413,500. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $539,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 66.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Rifle is Hispanic or Latino, making up 49.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 47.0%. 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 (49.4% vs 22.5%). The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.
Education
19.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 85.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rifle, 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 Rifle, Colorado?
Rifle, Colorado has a population of 10,570 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rifle, CO?
The median household income in Rifle is $80,000, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rifle, CO?
The poverty rate in Rifle is 6.0%. This means approximately 621 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rifle, Colorado?
Rifle's population is 47.0% White, 0.1% Black, 49.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rifle, CO?
The median home value in Rifle is $413,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.
How educated is Rifle, Colorado?
19.4% of adults (25+) in Rifle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.