Garfield County, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Colorado
The population of Garfield County, Colorado is 62,034 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Colorado. The median household income is $86,172, the median home value is $490,600, and the median age is 37.2.
The population of Garfield County has grown 12.7% since 2010 (56,072 → 63,167), a +0.85% annualized rate.
62,034
Population
+0.85%
Annual growth
21
People / sq mi
$86,172
Median Income
$490,600
Median Home Value
Garfield County covers 2,947 sq mi of land at 21.0 people per square mile.
About Garfield County, CO
In Garfield County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $490,600. Garfield County is a county in Colorado with a population of 62,034. It ranks #13 among counties in Colorado by population.
Households take in a median $86,172, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Only 7.0% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $490,600, with typical rent around $1,515.
About 33.4% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, near the 35.0% national figure. Around 10.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Garfield County — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Garfield County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Garfield County had a population of 56,072 in 2010 and 63,167 in 2024, a 12.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 63,167 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.86%.
63,167
Population (2024)
56,072
Population (2010)
63,167
Peak (2024)
0.86%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 56,072 |
| 2011 | 56,049 |
| 2012 | 56,765 |
| 2013 | 56,945 |
| 2014 | 57,174 |
| 2015 | 57,724 |
| 2016 | 58,839 |
| 2017 | 59,065 |
| 2018 | 59,722 |
| 2019 | 60,031 |
| 2020 | 61,803 |
| 2021 | 62,116 |
| 2022 | 62,388 |
| 2023 | 62,921 |
| 2024 | 63,167 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
37.2
Median Age
48.6%
Female
51.4%
Male
14.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.7% · Seniors (65+): 14.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $86,172$-6,298 vs state |
| Mean household income | $110,409 |
| Per-capita income | $42,253 |
| Poverty rate | 7.0%+1.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 70.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Garfield County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.5% of workers.
How residents commute
1.7%
Drive alone
2.5%
Carpool
69.2%
Public transit
10.0%
Work from home
31.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$490,600$-11,600 vs state
Median home value
$1,515
Median rent
69.7%
Homeownership rate
24,640
Total housing units
93.6%
Occupied
6.4%
Vacant
30.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
82.1%
With health insurance
96.3%
With broadband internet
41.9%
Foreign-born
5.7%
Veterans (18+)
9.1%
With a disability
73.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.4%
High School+
33.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Garfield County, Colorado has a population of 62,034 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Colorado. Population density is 21 people per square mile.
The population of Garfield County has grown 12.7% since 2010 (56,072 → 63,167), a +0.85% annualized rate.
The median household income in Garfield County, Colorado is $86,172, with mean (average) household income of $110,409 and per-capita income of $42,253. 7.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Garfield County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (72.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2.2%), Black or African American (0.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Garfield County, Colorado is 37.2 years. Residents are 48.6% female and 51.4% male.
The median home value in Garfield County is $490,600 and median monthly rent is $1,515. 69.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 24,640 total housing units, 6.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Garfield County, Colorado is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.
Denver is among the largest cities associated with Garfield County, Colorado, with a population of 713,734.
Garfield County, CO Climate
Garfield County, CO has an average annual temperature of 5.8°C (42°F) and receives about 403 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
5.8°C
Avg Temp
403
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -6° / 22° | 25 mm |
| February | -3° / 26° | 26 mm |
| March | 0° / 32° | 38 mm |
| April | 4° / 39° | 35 mm |
| May | 10° / 49° | 37 mm |
| June | 15° / 58° | 29 mm |
| July | 18° / 65° | 37 mm |
| August | 17° / 63° | 41 mm |
| September | 13° / 56° | 37 mm |
| October | 7° / 45° | 37 mm |
| November | 0° / 32° | 30 mm |
| December | -5° / 23° | 31 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 Garfield County, CO
The most comfortable months to visit Garfield County, CO are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -13°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.