Westcliffe town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Westcliffe town, Colorado Demographics
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As of 2026, Westcliffe town, Colorado has a total population of 459, the 297th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $65,074, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 10.3% is notably above the national average.

Westcliffe town Quick Facts

Population 459

Median Household Income $65,074

Median Home Value $326,000

Poverty Rate 9.8%

Unemployment Rate 10.3%

Median Age 54.1 years

Homeownership Rate 73.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 42.5%

High School Graduation Rate 97.8%

Diversity Index 19/100

Population 459 297th of 471

Median Income $65,074 below average

Poverty Rate 9.8% 21% lower national

Median Home Value $326,000 average

How Westcliffe town Compares

Median Household Income

Westcliffe town

$65,074

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Westcliffe town

$326,000

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.5%

$25K-$50K 18.9%

$50K-$100K 38.9%

$100K+ 20.8%

Employment

10.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

59.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.5%

Renter 26.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.8%

18-34

17.4%

35-54

26.4%

55-74

34.4%

75+

7.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Westcliffe town Rankings in Colorado

#297 Population of 471

#257 Median Income of 471

#177 Education of 471

#249 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Westcliffe town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Chacra CDP	449	N/A	$1,019,000	53.2%	18.3%
De Beque town	466	$63,646	$215,000	15.7%	13.3%
Sugarloaf CDP	442	N/A	$1,274,600	87.9%	0.0%
Eldora CDP	440	N/A	N/A	48.7%	56.4%
Lake City town	474	$62,422	$409,300	43.1%	3.8%

Population Overview

Westcliffe town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 459. It ranks as the 297th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Westcliffe town is 54.1 years. This is 44% higher than the state median of 37.5 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Westcliffe town is $65,074. This is 30% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 10.3%. This is 129% higher than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $326,000. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 73.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Westcliffe town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 22.2%.

Education

42.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 97.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Westcliffe 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 Westcliffe town, Colorado?

Westcliffe town, Colorado has a population of 459 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Westcliffe town is $65,074, which is 17% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Westcliffe town, CO?

The poverty rate in Westcliffe town is 9.8%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Westcliffe town, Colorado?

Westcliffe town's population is 89.8% White, 0.0% Black, 3.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

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

The median home value in Westcliffe town is $326,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.

How educated is Westcliffe town, Colorado?

42.5% of adults (25+) in Westcliffe town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.