Gunnison County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,262, reflecting a -0.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Gunnison County is the 29th largest county in Colorado. The 2010 population was 15,290 and has grown 12.9% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.5 years
Female: 39.5 years
Male: 36.3 years
There are 14,627 adults, (2,603 of whom are seniors) in Gunnison County.
Female: 7,798 (45.2%)
Male: 9,443 (54.8%)
The racial composition of Gunnison County includes 87.07% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15,012 | 87.07% |
| Two or more races | 1,288 | 7.47% |
| Other race | 378 | 2.19% |
| Black or African American | 284 | 1.65% |
| Asian | 158 | 0.92% |
| Native American | 108 | 0.63% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 13 | 0.08% |
Gunnison County 's average per capita income is $49,847. Household income levels show a median of $84,527. The poverty rate stands at 11.27%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $133,750 | - |
| Families | $124,054 | $146,961 |
| Households | $84,527 | $108,255 |
| Non Families | $46,919 | $62,662 |
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