Sunshine, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sunshine, Colorado had a total population of 330, the 333rd largest community in Colorado. The poverty rate is 7.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sunshine Quick Facts
How Sunshine 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 | 240 | 330 | +37.5% |
| Median home value | $1,174,200 | $1,043,600 | -11.1% |
How Sunshine 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+)
Sunshine Rankings in Colorado
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Other Cities in Boulder County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder | 106,433 | $87,493 | 21.4% | $1,039,500 |
| Lafayette | 30,602 | $119,040 | 5.6% | $686,500 |
| Louisville | 20,786 | $147,319 | 4.5% | $883,900 |
| Gunbarrel | 10,051 | $109,407 | 8.8% | $821,000 |
| Niwot | 3,447 | $146,492 | 2.2% | $995,700 |
| Lyons | 1,838 | $122,837 | 11.9% | $845,400 |
| Nederland | 1,655 | $122,917 | 2.7% | $707,100 |
| Allenspark | 825 | $108,056 | 8.2% | $742,900 |
| Lazy Acres | 778 | $147,625 | 17.1% | $1,024,700 |
| Paragon Estates | 667 | $230,268 | 5.0% | $1,617,500 |
Cities Similar to Sunshine
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eckley | 332 | $60,125 | $118,400 | 27.7% | 17.3% |
| Gerrard | 332 | $76,181 | N/A | 50.6% | 5.4% |
| Grand Lake | 333 | $103,750 | $542,700 | 35.2% | 4.8% |
| Placerville | 333 | $105,972 | $1,133,100 | 56.0% | 14.1% |
| Coal Creek | 324 | $34,000 | $199,000 | 12.3% | 24.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 330, Sunshine'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
Sunshine is a small community located in Colorado, within Boulder County. The total population is 330. It ranks as the 333rd most populous out of 472 Census-designated places in Colorado.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sunshine is 29.7 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 37.7 years. Only 9.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sunshine, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $1,043,600. Housing costs are 93% higher than the state median of $539,400. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 66.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Sunshine is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.6% of the population.
Education
59.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% higher than the state rate of 45.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sunshine, 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 Sunshine, Colorado?
Sunshine, Colorado has a population of 330 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sunshine, CO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sunshine — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sunshine, CO?
The poverty rate in Sunshine is 7.3%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sunshine, Colorado?
Sunshine's population is 77.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sunshine, CO?
The median home value in Sunshine is $1,043,600.
How educated is Sunshine, Colorado?
59.9% of adults (25+) in Sunshine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.