Huerfano County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,882, reflecting a -0.76% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Huerfano County is the 44th largest county in Colorado. The 2010 population was 6,681 and has grown 3.01% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 55.3 years
Female: 58.4 years
Male: 52.1 years
There are 5,884 adults, (2,424 of whom are seniors) in Huerfano County.
Female: 3,255 (46.7%)
Male: 3,717 (53.3%)
The racial composition of Huerfano County includes 78.41% White, 4.69% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,467 | 78.41% |
| Two or more races | 1,017 | 14.59% |
| Other race | 327 | 4.69% |
| Native American | 146 | 2.09% |
| Asian | 15 | 0.22% |
Huerfano County 's average per capita income is $38,750. Household income levels show a median of $52,526. The poverty rate stands at 17.33%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $71,439 | - |
| Families | $67,306 | $97,636 |
| Households | $52,526 | $78,883 |
| Non Families | $32,219 | $51,082 |
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