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Wheat Ridge has a population of 32,070 with a median age of 41.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,070 |
| Median Age | 41.9 |
| White | 78.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| Asian | 1.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.4% |
The median household income in Wheat Ridge is $90,564, which is 12.3% above the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $60,248. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
The unemployment rate in Wheat Ridge is 4.4%, compared to the national rate of 4.1%.
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In Wheat Ridge, 95.2% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 47.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16.0% with a graduate or professional degree).
| Education Level | % of Adults (25+) |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Higher | 95.2% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 47.8% |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 16.0% |
The median home value in Wheat Ridge is $623,000, above the national median of $303,400. The median monthly rent is $1,579. The homeownership rate is 54.4%.
| Housing Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $623,000 |
| Median Monthly Rent | $1,579 |
| Homeownership Rate | 54.4% |
| Vacancy Rate | 4.2% |
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