Kit Carson County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,176, reflecting a 0.67% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Kit Carson County is the 43rd largest county in Colorado. The 2010 population was 8,271 and has grown -13.24% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.5 years
Female: 40.5 years
Male: 38.6 years
There are 5,188 adults, (1,394 of whom are seniors) in Kit Carson County.
Female: 3,409 (48.5%)
Male: 3,614 (51.5%)
The racial composition of Kit Carson County includes 78.64% White, 10.08% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,523 | 78.64% |
| Two or more races | 719 | 10.24% |
| Other race | 708 | 10.08% |
| Native American | 52 | 0.74% |
| Asian | 17 | 0.24% |
| Black or African American | 4 | 0.06% |
Kit Carson County 's average per capita income is $50,421. Household income levels show a median of $70,259. The poverty rate stands at 9.83%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,636 | - |
| Families | $84,382 | $115,537 |
| Households | $70,259 | $99,976 |
| Non Families | $46,364 | $71,930 |
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