Colorado is a state in the Mountain region of the United States, known for the Rocky Mountains, high plains, and alpine wilderness. It has a population of 6,013,650, making it the 20th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Denver. Colorado has a diverse economy with tech, aerospace, and outdoor recreation focus.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Colorado includes 73.46% White, 5.43% other race, 4.01% Black or African American, 3.23% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,268,784 | 73.46% |
| Two or more races | 738,535 | 12.71% |
| Other race | 315,713 | 5.43% |
| Black or African American | 232,985 | 4.01% |
| Asian | 187,534 | 3.23% |
| Native American | 58,576 | 1.01% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 8,647 | 0.15% |
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Colorado's average per capita income is $57,768. Household income levels show a median of $92,470. The poverty rate stands at 9.38%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $130,948 | $165,194 |
| Families | $114,822 | $147,459 |
| Households | $92,470 | $124,231 |
| Non Families | $58,970 | $80,877 |
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Colorado’s population shows strong growth along the Front Range urban corridor, with El Paso County leading at 751,000 residents and growing 2.6% since 2020. The Denver metropolitan area remains a major population center, anchored by Denver County with 723,000 residents, while surrounding counties show varied growth patterns: Douglas County and Weld County have grown rapidly at 11% and 14% respectively, while Boulder County has declined by 1.6%. The state’s mountain communities show contrasting trends, with tourist destinations like Eagle County and Pitkin County seeing significant declines over 5%, while some rural counties like Kiowa County and Baca County have experienced population losses exceeding 9%.