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Edwards, CO Micro Area

Edwards, CO · Micro Area

55,135Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Edwards-Rifle, CO combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$104,096
Median home value
$839,500
Land area
1,684 sq mi
33 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

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

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Eagle County, COCentral55,135$104,096$839,500

Largest cities and towns

13 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Edwards, COCDP10,785$81,909
Gypsum, COTown8,941$115,564
Eagle, COTown7,442$110,398
Avon, COTown5,972$89,027
Vail, COTown4,613$98,893
Basalt, COTown4,335$105,855
El Jebel, COCDP2,941$103,042
Dotsero, COCDP1,306$84,439
Minturn, COTown993$111,944
Red Cliff, COTown308$72,125
McCoy, COCDP0—
Fulford, COCDP0—
Wolcott, COCDP0—

Also in the Edwards-Rifle, CO combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
8.7%
Unemployment
4.7%
College Educated
50.9%
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
$104,096
Mean Household Income
$148,457

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male
52.9%
Female
47.1%

Population Split

Male52.9%
Female47.1%

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

Mexican22.4%
English11.6%
German10.9%
Irish8.6%
Italian3.5%
Scottish2.5%
Polish1.4%
French1.3%
African0.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

16.4%Foreign Born
83.6%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized47.0%
Non-Citizen53.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later21.7%
Before 201078.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
33,915
Median Rent
$2,019/mo
Median Home Value
$839,500
Median Year Built
1993

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
12,606
College Enrollment
17.2%
High School
25.4%
College Educated
50.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
22.2 min
Drive Alone Rate
64.0%
Public Transit
5.7%
Work From Home
12.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
20.4%
18-34 Years
21.6%
35-64 Years
43.7%
65+ Years
14.3%

Population Composition

Under 1820.4%
18-3421.6%
35-6443.7%
65+14.3%

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
50.5%
Single Parent
5.6%
Living Alone
27.3%
Avg Size
2.50

Household Types

Married Couples50.5%
Single Parent5.6%
Living Alone27.3%

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
$62,205
SNAP Usage
3.8%
Health Insurance
89.1%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k10.3%
$25k - $50k11.7%
$50k - $100k25.4%
$100k+52.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
1.9%
Retail Trade
12.1%
Education & Health Care
18.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

6.6%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

89.1%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
95.4%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
98.2%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
97.5
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
57.1
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)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.