Broomfield County, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 12th-largest in Colorado
The population of Broomfield County, Colorado is 75,110 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest county in Colorado. The median household income is $121,025, the median home value is $631,600, and the median age is 38.8.
The population of Broomfield County has grown 39.3% since 2010 (56,212 → 78,323), a +2.40% annualized rate.
75,110
Population
+2.40%
Annual growth
2278
People / sq mi
$121,025
Median Income
$631,600
Median Home Value
Broomfield County covers 33 sq mi of land at 2278.3 people per square mile.
About Broomfield County, CO
Remote work is unusually prominent in Broomfield County: 26.9% of workers primarily work from home, above the 14.0% national rate. Broomfield County is a county in Colorado with a population of 75,110. It ranks #12 among counties in Colorado by population.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $121,025, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US counties, at 2.1% — below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $631,600, with typical rent around $2,074.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US counties: 58.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. An unusually large 26.9% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Broomfield County — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Broomfield County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Broomfield County had a population of 56,212 in 2010 and 78,323 in 2024, a 39.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 78,323 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.41%.
78,323
Population (2024)
56,212
Population (2010)
78,323
Peak (2024)
2.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 56,212 |
| 2011 | 57,485 |
| 2012 | 58,971 |
| 2013 | 60,158 |
| 2014 | 61,791 |
| 2015 | 64,914 |
| 2016 | 66,596 |
| 2017 | 68,340 |
| 2018 | 69,431 |
| 2019 | 70,617 |
| 2020 | 74,494 |
| 2021 | 75,430 |
| 2022 | 76,245 |
| 2023 | 77,029 |
| 2024 | 78,323 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.8
Median Age
49.6%
Female
50.4%
Male
15.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.9% · Seniors (65+): 15.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $121,025+$28,555 vs state |
| Mean household income | $152,217 |
| Per-capita income | $62,948 |
| Poverty rate | 2.1%-3.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 68.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Broomfield County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.7% of workers.
How residents commute
2.4%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
60.7%
Public transit
26.9%
Work from home
26.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$631,600+$129,400 vs state
Median home value
$2,074
Median rent
62.6%
Homeownership rate
32,261
Total housing units
95.8%
Occupied
4.2%
Vacant
37.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.2%
With health insurance
98.5%
With broadband internet
51.8%
Foreign-born
6.1%
Veterans (18+)
8.7%
With a disability
86.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
96.1%
High School+
58.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Broomfield County, Colorado has a population of 75,110 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest county in Colorado. Population density is 2278 people per square mile.
The population of Broomfield County has grown 39.3% since 2010 (56,212 → 78,323), a +2.40% annualized rate.
The median household income in Broomfield County, Colorado is $121,025, with mean (average) household income of $152,217 and per-capita income of $62,948. 2.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Broomfield County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (78.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%), Black or African American (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Broomfield County, Colorado is 38.8 years. Residents are 49.6% female and 50.4% male.
The median home value in Broomfield County is $631,600 and median monthly rent is $2,074. 62.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 32,261 total housing units, 4.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Broomfield County, Colorado is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.
Denver is among the largest cities associated with Broomfield County, Colorado, with a population of 713,734.
Broomfield County, CO Climate
Broomfield County, CO has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F) and receives about 443 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.2°C
Avg Temp
443
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 14 mm |
| February | 1° / 35° | 15 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 41 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 56 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 68 mm |
| June | 20° / 67° | 47 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 49 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 40 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 38 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 29 mm |
| November | 4° / 38° | 29 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 17 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 Broomfield County, CO
The most comfortable months to visit Broomfield County, CO are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.