Mineral County, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 63rd-largest in Colorado
The population of Mineral County, Colorado is 799 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 63rd-largest county in Colorado. The median household income is $52,455, the median home value is $413,000, and the median age is 53.7.
The population of Mineral County has grown 32.5% since 2010 (704 → 933), a +2.03% annualized rate.
799
Population
+2.03%
Annual growth
1
People / sq mi
$52,455
Median Income
$413,000
Median Home Value
Mineral County covers 876 sq mi of land at 0.9 people per square mile.
About Mineral County, CO
Mineral County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 66.7% of the population. Mineral County is a county in Colorado with a population of 799.
The typical household earns $52,455, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US counties: a poverty rate of just 4.0%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $413,000, with typical rent around $903.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US counties: 54.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Around 9.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 14 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Mineral County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Mineral County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Mineral County had a population of 704 in 2010 and 933 in 2024, a 32.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 933 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.12%.
933
Population (2024)
704
Population (2010)
933
Peak (2024)
2.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 704 |
| 2011 | 711 |
| 2012 | 719 |
| 2013 | 732 |
| 2014 | 703 |
| 2015 | 742 |
| 2016 | 756 |
| 2017 | 753 |
| 2018 | 774 |
| 2019 | 756 |
| 2020 | 871 |
| 2021 | 925 |
| 2022 | 923 |
| 2023 | 932 |
| 2024 | 933 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
53.7
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
29.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 11.1% · Seniors (65+): 29.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $52,455$-40,015 vs state |
| Mean household income | $77,895 |
| Per-capita income | $41,950 |
| Poverty rate | 4.0%-1.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Mineral County is professional & business services, accounting for 29.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
8.6%
Carpool
71.4%
Public transit
9.5%
Work from home
14.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$413,000$-89,200 vs state
Median home value
$903
Median rent
73.7%
Homeownership rate
1,251
Total housing units
34.7%
Occupied
65.3%
Vacant
26.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
84.4%
With health insurance
99.1%
With broadband internet
66.7%
Foreign-born
10.8%
Veterans (18+)
10.6%
With a disability
99.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
97.8%
High School+
54.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mineral County, Colorado has a population of 799 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 63rd-largest county in Colorado. Population density is 1 people per square mile.
The population of Mineral County has grown 32.5% since 2010 (704 → 933), a +2.03% annualized rate.
The median household income in Mineral County, Colorado is $52,455, with mean (average) household income of $77,895 and per-capita income of $41,950. 4.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Mineral County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.9%), Hispanic or Latino (3.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Mineral County, Colorado is 53.7 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Mineral County is $413,000 and median monthly rent is $903. 73.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 1,251 total housing units, 65.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Mineral County, Colorado is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.
Denver is among the largest cities associated with Mineral County, Colorado, with a population of 713,734.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.