Colorado Population & Demographics
Colorado has a population of 5,810,774, ranking #21 among US states. The median household income is $92,470 and the median age is 37.5.
US states by population — Colorado is #21
5,810,774
Population
#21
By Population
$92,470
Median Income
37.5
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 50.6% · Female: 49.4%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.5% |
| Black or African American | 4.0% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 1.0% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.9% |
Economy & Income
$92,470
Median Household Income
$50,489
Per Capita Income
5.9%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
$124,231
Mean Household Income
64.7%
Employment Rate
Education
92.8%
High School Graduate+
44.7%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$502,200
Median Home Value
$1,693
Median Rent
2,545,124
Total Housing Units
66.3%
Owner-Occupied
33.7%
Renter-Occupied
8.6%
Vacant
Commute
1.9%
Drive Alone
2.5%
Carpool
18.8%
Work From Home
25.5 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Colorado
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denver city | 713,734 | $91,681 | $586,700 |
| 2 | Colorado Springs city | 483,099 | $83,198 | $420,700 |
| 3 | Aurora city | 390,201 | $84,320 | $444,500 |
| 4 | Fort Collins city | 169,705 | $83,598 | $548,400 |
| 5 | Lakewood city | 156,309 | $85,789 | $548,200 |
| 6 | Thornton city | 142,878 | $100,985 | $482,200 |
| 7 | Arvada city | 122,835 | $113,396 | $600,800 |
| 8 | Westminster city | 115,546 | $96,145 | $497,400 |
| 9 | Pueblo city | 111,514 | $55,305 | $230,900 |
| 10 | Greeley city | 109,421 | $68,650 | $369,600 |
| 11 | Centennial city | 107,386 | $128,167 | $626,700 |
| 12 | Boulder city | 106,274 | $85,364 | $982,600 |
| 13 | Highlands Ranch Cdp | 101,437 | $155,847 | $672,600 |
| 14 | Longmont city | 98,958 | $89,724 | $541,400 |
| 15 | Loveland city | 77,350 | $82,592 | $453,100 |
| 16 | Castle Rock town | 76,614 | $143,031 | $621,700 |
| 17 | Broomfield city | 75,110 | $121,025 | $631,600 |
| 18 | Grand Junction city | 67,027 | $66,676 | $358,300 |
| 19 | Commerce City city | 64,640 | $106,756 | $463,200 |
| 20 | Parker town | 60,115 | $129,342 | $613,200 |
Counties in Colorado
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | El Paso County | 736,008 | $87,470 |
| 2 | Denver County | 713,734 | $91,681 |
| 3 | Arapahoe County | 655,709 | $97,215 |
| 4 | Jefferson County | 579,715 | $107,800 |
| 5 | Adams County | 524,408 | $91,387 |
| 6 | Douglas County | 368,283 | $145,737 |
| 7 | Larimer County | 363,561 | $91,364 |
| 8 | Weld County | 340,711 | $93,287 |
| 9 | Boulder County | 328,317 | $102,772 |
| 10 | Pueblo County | 168,726 | $62,250 |
| 11 | Mesa County | 157,316 | $71,485 |
| 12 | Broomfield County | 75,110 | $121,025 |
| 13 | Garfield County | 62,034 | $86,172 |
| 14 | La Plata County | 56,088 | $85,296 |
| 15 | Eagle County | 55,374 | $103,174 |
| 16 | Fremont County | 49,394 | $61,027 |
| 17 | Montrose County | 43,272 | $66,072 |
| 18 | Delta County | 31,353 | $58,330 |
| 19 | Summit County | 30,857 | $106,255 |
| 20 | Morgan County | 29,186 | $75,407 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Colorado has a population of 5,810,774 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #21 most populated state.
The median household income in Colorado is $92,470, with a per capita income of $50,489. 5.9% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Colorado is 73.5% White, 4.0% Black, 0.2% Asian, and 2.9% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.