Silverthorne town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Silverthorne town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Silverthorne town, Colorado has a total population of 4,657, the 122nd largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $114,185, which is 23% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.0%.

Silverthorne town Quick Facts

Population 4,657

Median Household Income $114,185

Median Home Value $691,300

Poverty Rate 11.0%

Unemployment Rate 5.9%

Median Age 47.2 years

Homeownership Rate 78.8%

Affordability Ratio 6.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 48.5%

High School Graduation Rate 89.7%

Diversity Index 36/100

Population 4,657 122nd of 471

Median Income $114,185 top 30%

Poverty Rate 11.0% 12% lower national

Median Home Value $691,300 top 30%

How Silverthorne town Compares

Median Household Income

Silverthorne town

$114,185

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Silverthorne town

$691,300

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 3.2%

$25K-$50K 13.4%

$50K-$100K 28.1%

$100K+ 55.2%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

83.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.8%

Renter 21.2%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.1%

18-34

14.5%

35-54

30.6%

55-74

35.8%

75+

2.0%

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+)

Silverthorne town Rankings in Colorado

#122 Population of 471

#98 Median Income of 471

#143 Education of 471

#86 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Silverthorne town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Vail town	4,729	$103,705	$1,040,100	68.4%	6.6%
Breckenridge town	5,001	$132,666	$757,100	59.9%	9.6%
New Castle town	4,878	$88,421	$488,600	36.4%	6.5%
Mead town	5,503	$116,074	$552,100	48.8%	1.0%
Basalt town	3,995	$106,000	$1,148,100	59.3%	4.2%

Population Overview

Silverthorne town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 4,657. It ranks as the 122nd most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Silverthorne town is 47.2 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 37.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Silverthorne town is $114,185. This is 23% higher than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 45% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.0%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 33% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $691,300. Housing costs are 38% higher than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Silverthorne town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.0%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 3.2%.

Education

48.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% higher 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 89.7%. Notably, 22.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Silverthorne 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 Silverthorne town, Colorado?

Silverthorne town, Colorado has a population of 4,657 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Silverthorne town is $114,185, which is 45% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Silverthorne town, CO?

The poverty rate in Silverthorne town is 11.0%. This means approximately 511 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Silverthorne town, Colorado?

Silverthorne town's population is 76.9% White, 0.0% Black, 21.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Silverthorne town is $691,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.1x.

How educated is Silverthorne town, Colorado?

48.5% of adults (25+) in Silverthorne town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.