Denver, Colorado

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
710,800
Population
$85,853
Median Income
$540,400
Home Value
34.9
Median Age

Demographics

Denver has a population of 710,800 with a median age of 34.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
65.7%
Hispanic
29.2%
Black
8.9%
Asian
3.6%
Demographic Value
Total Population710,800
Median Age34.9
White65.7%
Black or African American8.9%
Asian3.6%
Hispanic or Latino29.2%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Denver is $85,853, which is 14.2% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $56,381. The poverty rate is 11.7%.

$85,853
Median Household Income
$56,381
Per Capita Income
11.7%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Denver is 4.7%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Denver, 90.5% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 54.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21.1% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
90.5%
Bachelor's+
54.2%
Graduate+
21.1%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher90.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher54.2%
Graduate or Professional Degree21.1%

Housing

The median home value in Denver is $540,400, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,665. The homeownership rate is 49.4%.

$540,400
Median Home Value
$1,665/mo
Median Rent
49.4%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$540,400
Median Monthly Rent$1,665
Homeownership Rate49.4%
Vacancy Rate6.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Denver, Colorado?
The population of Denver, Colorado is 710,800 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Denver, Colorado?
The median household income in Denver, Colorado is $85,853. This is 14.2% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Denver, Colorado?
The median home value in Denver, Colorado is $540,400. The median monthly rent is $1,665.
What percentage of people in Denver have a college degree?
In Denver, Colorado, 54.2% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.5% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Denver, Colorado an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Denver, Colorado is 6.3x (median home value $540,400 vs. median income $85,853), making it relatively expensive by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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