Fruita, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fruita, Colorado is 13,578 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest city in Colorado. The median household income is $77,680, the median home value is $361,500, and the median age is 40.8.
The population has grown 10.0% since 2010 (12,647 → 13,912).
13,578
Population
1695
People / sq mi
$77,680
Median Income
$361,500
Median Home Value
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Fruita covers 8.0 sq mi of land at 1695 people per square mile.
About Fruita, CO
The poverty rate is what most separates Fruita from the typical city: 1.4% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Fruita is a city in Colorado with a population of 13,578.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $77,680 — near the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 1.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $361,500, with typical rent around $1,275.
Roughly 31.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 8.7% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Fruita city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fruita city had a population of 12,647 in 2010 and 13,912 in 2024, a 10.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,912 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.68%.
13,912
Population (2024)
12,647
Population (2010)
13,912
Peak (2024)
0.68%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,647 |
| 2011 | 12,784 |
| 2012 | 12,821 |
| 2013 | 12,835 |
| 2014 | 12,919 |
| 2015 | 12,959 |
| 2016 | 13,098 |
| 2017 | 13,254 |
| 2018 | 13,369 |
| 2019 | 13,478 |
| 2020 | 13,424 |
| 2021 | 13,557 |
| 2022 | 13,762 |
| 2023 | 13,813 |
| 2024 | 13,912 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$77,680
Median Household Income
$35,121
Per Capita Income
1.4%
Poverty Rate
1.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$361,500
Median Home Value
$1,275
Median Rent
80.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.5%
High School+
31.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
78.8%
Public Transit
8.7%
Work From Home
20.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
41.7%
Foreign Born
96.2%
Non-English at Home
12.4%
Veterans
13.4%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
90.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 15.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Construction | 9.2% |
| Retail Trade | 7.3% |
| Public Administration | 5.0% |
| Manufacturing | 4.8% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fruita, Colorado has a population of 13,578 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest city in Colorado.
The median household income in Fruita, Colorado is $77,680, with 1.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fruita, Colorado is $361,500, with median monthly rent at $1,275 and a homeownership rate of 80.5%.
The median age in Fruita, Colorado is 40.8 years. The population is 47.6% male and 52.4% female.
The population has grown 10.0% since 2010 (12,647 → 13,912).
Fruita city, CO Climate
Fruita city, CO has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F) and receives about 243 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.9°C
Avg Temp
243
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 17 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 14 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 24 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 20 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 25 mm |
| June | 21° / 71° | 14 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 21 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 22 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 23 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 27 mm |
| November | 4° / 38° | 20 mm |
| December | -2° / 29° | 16 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Fruita city, CO
The most comfortable months to visit Fruita city, CO are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). October is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.