Yampa town, Colorado Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Yampa town, Colorado Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Yampa town, Colorado has a total population of 342, the 329th largest city in Colorado, with a median household income of $68,750, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Yampa town Quick Facts

Population 342

Median Household Income $68,750

Median Home Value $317,900

Poverty Rate 6.7%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 53.5 years

Homeownership Rate 93.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.0%

High School Graduation Rate 95.6%

Diversity Index 28/100

Population 342 329th of 471

Median Income $68,750 average

Poverty Rate 6.7% 46% lower national

Median Home Value $317,900 below average

How Yampa town Compares

Median Household Income

Yampa town

$68,750

$92,470

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Yampa town

$317,900

$502,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.8%

$25K-$50K 19.1%

$50K-$100K 30.3%

$100K+ 35.8%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.5% | National: 5.2%

56.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 93.2%

Renter 6.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.9%

18-34

8.5%

35-54

26.0%

55-74

36.5%

75+

9.1%

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+)

Yampa town Rankings in Colorado

#329 Population of 471

#245 Median Income of 471

#235 Education of 471

#252 Home Value of 471

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Cities Similar to Yampa town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lewis CDP	349	N/A	$373,100	17.8%	0.0%
Vineland CDP	332	N/A	$340,900	21.8%	13.9%
North Washington CDP	311	N/A	$353,100	24.1%	29.8%
Idledale CDP	306	N/A	$450,000	66.4%	0.0%
Rollinsville CDP	294	N/A	$602,200	69.3%	0.0%

Population Overview

Yampa town is a small community located in Colorado. The total population is 342. It ranks as the 329th most populous out of 471 cities and towns in Colorado.

Age Demographics

The median age in Yampa town is 53.5 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 37.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Yampa town is $68,750. This is 26% lower than the state median of $92,470. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 12% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 4.5%. The median home value is $317,900. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $502,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 93.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 66.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Yampa town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 22.2%.

Education

31.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 95.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Yampa 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 Yampa town, Colorado?

Yampa town, Colorado has a population of 342 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Yampa town is $68,750, which is 12% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Yampa town, CO?

The poverty rate in Yampa town is 6.7%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Yampa town, Colorado?

Yampa town's population is 82.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Yampa town is $317,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

How educated is Yampa town, Colorado?

31.0% of adults (25+) in Yampa town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.