Colorado County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 115th-largest in Texas
The population of Colorado County, Texas is 20,736 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 115th-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $68,554, the median home value is $194,000, and the median age is 43.8.
The population of Colorado County has grown 2.9% since 2010 (20,868 → 21,475), a +0.21% annualized rate.
20,736
Population
+0.21%
Annual growth
22
People / sq mi
$68,554
Median Income
$194,000
Median Home Value
Colorado County covers 960 sq mi of land at 21.6 people per square mile.
About Colorado County, TX
Colorado County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 10.3% of the population. With 20,736 residents, Colorado County is a county in Texas.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $68,554 — below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US counties: a poverty rate of just 4.6%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $194,000, with typical rent around $1,002.
24.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 6.1%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Colorado County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Colorado County had a population of 20,868 in 2010 and 21,475 in 2024, a 2.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,475 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.21%.
21,475
Population (2024)
20,868
Population (2010)
21,475
Peak (2024)
0.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 20,868 |
| 2011 | 20,803 |
| 2012 | 20,724 |
| 2013 | 20,717 |
| 2014 | 20,695 |
| 2015 | 20,946 |
| 2016 | 21,091 |
| 2017 | 21,301 |
| 2018 | 21,317 |
| 2019 | 21,467 |
| 2020 | 20,646 |
| 2021 | 20,732 |
| 2022 | 20,926 |
| 2023 | 21,250 |
| 2024 | 21,475 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.1% |
| Black or African American | 13.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.8
Median Age
49.6%
Female
50.4%
Male
22.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.3% · Seniors (65+): 22.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $68,554$-7,738 vs state |
| Mean household income | $98,115 |
| Per-capita income | $37,885 |
| Poverty rate | 4.6%-5.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Colorado County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.8%
Carpool
81.3%
Public transit
6.1%
Work from home
29.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$194,000$-66,400 vs state
Median home value
$1,002
Median rent
81.0%
Homeownership rate
10,066
Total housing units
75.3%
Occupied
24.7%
Vacant
19.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
86.0%
With health insurance
87.9%
With broadband internet
10.3%
Foreign-born
6.3%
Veterans (18+)
15.5%
With a disability
82.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.4%
High School+
24.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Colorado County, Texas has a population of 20,736 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 115th-largest county in Texas. Population density is 22 people per square mile.
The population of Colorado County has grown 2.9% since 2010 (20,868 → 21,475), a +0.21% annualized rate.
The median household income in Colorado County, Texas is $68,554, with mean (average) household income of $98,115 and per-capita income of $37,885. 4.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Colorado County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.1%), Black or African American (13.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Colorado County, Texas is 43.8 years. Residents are 49.6% female and 50.4% male.
The median home value in Colorado County is $194,000 and median monthly rent is $1,002. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 10,066 total housing units, 24.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Colorado County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Colorado County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.