Wellington, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wellington, Colorado is 11,538 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 61st-largest city in Colorado. The median household income is $103,888, the median home value is $442,500, and the median age is 33.4.
The population has grown 88.8% since 2010 (6,410 → 12,100).
11,538
Population
3006
People / sq mi
$103,888
Median Income
$442,500
Median Home Value
Wellington covers 3.8 sq mi of land at 3006 people per square mile.
About Wellington, CO
Wellington is a city in Colorado with a population of 11,538. It ranks #61 among cities in Colorado by population. The median age is 33.4, younger than the national median. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The median household income in Wellington is $103,888, above the US median of $74,580. 5.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $442,500, with monthly rent averaging $2,320. The homeownership rate of 81.5% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Wellington reflects 45.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 16.0% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 29.6 minutes each way.
Wellington town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Wellington town had a population of 6,410 in 2010 and 12,100 in 2024, a 88.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,100 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.70%.
12,100
Population (2024)
6,410
Population (2010)
12,100
Peak (2024)
4.70%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,410 |
| 2011 | 6,517 |
| 2012 | 6,615 |
| 2013 | 6,821 |
| 2014 | 7,254 |
| 2015 | 7,847 |
| 2016 | 8,475 |
| 2017 | 9,551 |
| 2018 | 10,047 |
| 2019 | 10,437 |
| 2020 | 11,144 |
| 2021 | 11,675 |
| 2022 | 11,987 |
| 2023 | 12,097 |
| 2024 | 12,100 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$103,888
Median Household Income
$40,145
Per Capita Income
5.8%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$442,500
Median Home Value
$2,320
Median Rent
81.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.7%
High School+
45.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
74.4%
Public Transit
16.0%
Work From Home
29.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
47.7%
Foreign Born
93.6%
Non-English at Home
7.8%
Veterans
7.0%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
98.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.9% |
| Construction | 11.9% |
| Manufacturing | 10.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Information | 7.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wellington, Colorado has a population of 11,538 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 61st-largest city in Colorado.
The median household income in Wellington, Colorado is $103,888, with 5.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wellington, Colorado is $442,500, with median monthly rent at $2,320 and a homeownership rate of 81.5%.
The median age in Wellington, Colorado is 33.4 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The population has grown 88.8% since 2010 (6,410 → 12,100).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.