Colorado

#21 in USWest

The Centennial State Ā· Colorado (CO) has a population of 5,877,610 people, making it the #21 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Denver and the largest city is Denver.

Population

5.9M

#21 of 51

Area

104,094 mi²

269,602 km²

Density

22/km²

56/mi²

Capital

Denver

Median Income

$93K

Above national avg

Unemployment

3.8%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

37.9

US Share

1.75%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

5,773,714

2023 Estimate

5,877,610

Change

+103,896 (+1.8%)

Race & Ethnicity

White70.4%
Hispanic/Latino22.7%
Black3.9%
Asian3.3%
Two or More Races14.7%
American Indian/Alaska Native1.2%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander0.2%
Other6.3%

Age Distribution

Under 1820.6%
18 to 6463.3%
65 and over16.1%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$92,911
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
Bachelor's Degree+
46.4%

Largest Cities in Colorado

DenverColorado SpringsAuroraFort CollinsLakewood

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Colorado?

Colorado has a population of 5,877,610 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #21 among all US states by population, representing 1.75% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Colorado?

The capital of Colorado is Denver. The largest cities include Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora.

What is the median household income in Colorado?

The median household income in Colorado is $92,911, above the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Colorado growing?

Colorado has grown 1.8% since the 2020 Census, from 5,773,714 to 5,877,610.

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