Colorado Springs, CO Metro Area

Colorado Springs, CO · Metro Area

767,824Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying). The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $90,144
Median home value: $461,800
Land area: 2,684 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
El Paso County, CO	Central	742,999	$90,363	$461,000
Teller County, CO	Outlying	24,825	$85,361	$479,900

Largest cities and towns

27 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Colorado Springs, CO	City	487,887	$84,818
Security-Widefield, CO	CDP	37,345	$91,142
Fountain, CO	City	29,300	$86,242
Cimarron Hills, CO	CDP	19,817	$80,808
Fort Carson, CO	CDP	18,019	$66,237
Black Forest, CO	CDP	15,738	$145,460
Monument, CO	Town	11,735	$128,816
Woodmoor, CO	CDP	8,934	$171,875
Woodland Park, CO	City	7,949	$99,238
Air Force Academy, CO	CDP	6,727	$69,474
Gleneagle, CO	CDP	6,440	$139,653
Stratmoor, CO	CDP	5,412	$65,000
Manitou Springs, CO	City	4,735	$85,000
Palmer Lake, CO	Town	2,623	$125,357
Cascade-Chipita Park, CO	CDP	1,412	$119,531
Ellicott, CO	CDP	1,404	$44,219
Cripple Creek, CO	City	955	$41,840
Calhan, CO	Town	620	$62,321
Green Mountain Falls, CO	Town	459	$101,827
Victor, CO	City	388	$55,521
Midland, CO	CDP	182	$87,176
Peyton, CO	CDP	139	$54,280
Ramah, CO	Town	127	—
Rock Creek Park, CO	CDP	97	$146,250
Divide, CO	CDP	87	$70,294

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Unemployment

5.4%

College Educated

41.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$90,144

Mean Household Income

$116,390

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.8%

Female

49.2%

Population Split

Male50.8%

Female49.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German17.9%

English12.7%

Irish11.3%

Mexican11.2%

Italian4.4%

Scottish2.8%

Polish2.4%

French2.3%

African0.9%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

7.0%Foreign Born

93.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized57.7%

Non-Citizen42.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later29.9%

Before 201070.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

317,156

Median Rent

$1,699/mo

Median Home Value

$461,800

Median Year Built

1989

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

192,968

College Enrollment

23.2%

High School

20.5%

College Educated

41.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.7 min

Drive Alone Rate

69.1%

Public Transit

0.4%

Work From Home

17.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.9%

18-34 Years

26.2%

35-64 Years

36.5%

65+ Years

14.4%

Population Composition

Under 1822.9%

18-3426.2%

35-6436.5%

65+14.4%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

52.7%

Single Parent

5.6%

Living Alone

25.4%

Avg Size

2.47

Household Types

Married Couples52.7%

Single Parent5.6%

Living Alone25.4%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$46,283

SNAP Usage

9.3%

Health Insurance

92.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k9.7%

$25k - $50k14.8%

$50k - $100k30.5%

$100k+45.1%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

6.2%

Retail Trade

11.0%

Education & Health Care

23.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

92.8%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

94.8%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

97.6%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

100.7

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

94.4

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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