Gilpin County, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 47th-largest in Colorado
The population of Gilpin County, Colorado is 5,877 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 47th-largest county in Colorado. The median household income is $88,654, the median home value is $512,600, and the median age is 48.7.
The population of Gilpin County has grown 9.0% since 2010 (5,471 → 5,963), a +0.62% annualized rate.
5,877
Population
+0.62%
Annual growth
39
People / sq mi
$88,654
Median Income
$512,600
Median Home Value
Gilpin County covers 150 sq mi of land at 39.2 people per square mile.
About Gilpin County, CO
Gilpin County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 63.5% of the population. With 5,877 residents, Gilpin County is a county in Colorado. It ranks #47 among counties in Colorado by population.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $88,654, above the US median of $78,538. Only 4.7% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $512,600, with typical rent around $1,340.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US counties: 48.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. About 14.6% of workers primarily work from home, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Gilpin County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Gilpin County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Gilpin County had a population of 5,471 in 2010 and 5,963 in 2024, a 9.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 6,232 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.64%.
5,963
Population (2024)
5,471
Population (2010)
6,232
Peak (2019)
0.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,471 |
| 2011 | 5,429 |
| 2012 | 5,432 |
| 2013 | 5,535 |
| 2014 | 5,754 |
| 2015 | 5,813 |
| 2016 | 5,920 |
| 2017 | 6,024 |
| 2018 | 6,131 |
| 2019 | 6,232 |
| 2020 | 5,817 |
| 2021 | 5,891 |
| 2022 | 5,910 |
| 2023 | 5,923 |
| 2024 | 5,963 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.1% |
| Asian | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
48.7
Median Age
45.2%
Female
54.8%
Male
20.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.0% · Seniors (65+): 20.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $88,654$-3,816 vs state |
| Mean household income | $118,680 |
| Per-capita income | $58,842 |
| Poverty rate | 4.7%-1.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 69.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Gilpin County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.4% of workers.
How residents commute
2.6%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
69.8%
Public transit
14.6%
Work from home
34.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$512,600+$10,400 vs state
Median home value
$1,340
Median rent
79.6%
Homeownership rate
3,706
Total housing units
83.0%
Occupied
17.0%
Vacant
20.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.6%
With health insurance
96.4%
With broadband internet
63.5%
Foreign-born
8.3%
Veterans (18+)
12.3%
With a disability
90.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.1%
High School+
48.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gilpin County, Colorado has a population of 5,877 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 47th-largest county in Colorado. Population density is 39 people per square mile.
The population of Gilpin County has grown 9.0% since 2010 (5,471 → 5,963), a +0.62% annualized rate.
The median household income in Gilpin County, Colorado is $88,654, with mean (average) household income of $118,680 and per-capita income of $58,842. 4.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Gilpin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (88.4%), Hispanic or Latino (3.3%), Black or African American (1.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Gilpin County, Colorado is 48.7 years. Residents are 45.2% female and 54.8% male.
The median home value in Gilpin County is $512,600 and median monthly rent is $1,340. 79.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,706 total housing units, 17.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Gilpin County, Colorado is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
Denver is among the largest cities associated with Gilpin County, Colorado, with a population of 713,734.
Gilpin County, CO Climate
Gilpin County, CO has an average annual temperature of 2.9°C (37°F) and receives about 516 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
2.9°C
Avg Temp
516
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 37 mm |
| February | -5° / 23° | 31 mm |
| March | -3° / 26° | 40 mm |
| April | 0° / 32° | 51 mm |
| May | 5° / 42° | 53 mm |
| June | 11° / 51° | 47 mm |
| July | 13° / 56° | 57 mm |
| August | 13° / 55° | 56 mm |
| September | 9° / 48° | 41 mm |
| October | 4° / 39° | 30 mm |
| November | -2° / 28° | 34 mm |
| December | -5° / 24° | 39 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 Gilpin County, CO
The most comfortable months to visit Gilpin County, CO are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 22°C high). The coldest is February (near -12°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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