Littleton, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Littleton, Colorado is 45,092 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest city in Colorado. The median household income is $96,611, the median home value is $596,700, and the median age is 40.2.
The population has grown 7.1% since 2010 (41,915 → 44,879).
45,092
Population
3573
People / sq mi
$96,611
Median Income
$596,700
Median Home Value
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Littleton covers 12.6 sq mi of land at 3573 people per square mile.
About Littleton, CO
Littleton is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 50.9% of the population. Littleton is a city in Colorado with a population of 45,092. It ranks #21 among cities in Colorado by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $96,611 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.1%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $596,700, with typical rent around $1,731.
About 56.4% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. A solid 21.2% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Littleton, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Littleton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Littleton city had a population of 41,915 in 2010 and 44,879 in 2024, a 7.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 48,065 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.51%.
44,879
Population (2024)
41,915
Population (2010)
48,065
Peak (2019)
0.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 41,915 |
| 2011 | 43,090 |
| 2012 | 43,780 |
| 2013 | 44,411 |
| 2014 | 44,727 |
| 2015 | 46,297 |
| 2016 | 46,544 |
| 2017 | 47,794 |
| 2018 | 48,012 |
| 2019 | 48,065 |
| 2020 | 45,598 |
| 2021 | 45,337 |
| 2022 | 44,819 |
| 2023 | 44,732 |
| 2024 | 44,879 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.1% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$96,611
Median Household Income
$57,806
Per Capita Income
3.1%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$596,700
Median Home Value
$1,731
Median Rent
61.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.2%
High School+
56.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.9%
Drive Alone
67.0%
Public Transit
21.2%
Work From Home
26.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
50.9%
Foreign Born
89.7%
Non-English at Home
5.4%
Veterans
11.5%
With Disability
92.8%
Health Insurance
96.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.0% |
| Information | 9.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.1% |
| Construction | 9.1% |
| Manufacturing | 8.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Public Administration | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Littleton, Colorado has a population of 45,092 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest city in Colorado.
The median household income in Littleton, Colorado is $96,611, with 3.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Littleton, Colorado is $596,700, with median monthly rent at $1,731 and a homeownership rate of 61.4%.
The median age in Littleton, Colorado is 40.2 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 7.1% since 2010 (41,915 → 44,879).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.