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$41,849
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,492
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$79,026
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,904
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
479,612
TOTAL POPULATION
240,854
MALE POPULATION
238,758
FEMALE POPULATION
100.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
262,650
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Colorado Springs Area Codes

Income in Colorado Springs

Income Overview in Colorado Springs

Per Capita Income in Colorado Springs is $41,849, while median incomes of families and households are $95,492 and $79,026 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income479,612$41,849
Median Family Income121,711$95,492
Mean Family Income121,711$119,234
Median Household Income193,149$79,026
Mean Household Income193,149$102,139
Income Deficit121,711$11,904
Wage / Income Gap (%)479,61227.27%
Wage / Income Gap ($)479,61272.73¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index479,6120.44

Earnings by Sex in Colorado Springs

Average Earnings in Colorado Springs are $41,618, $48,483 for men and $35,261 for women, a difference of 27.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Colorado Springs
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male148,414 (54.3%)$48,483
Female124,665 (45.7%)$35,261
Total273,079 (100.0%)$41,618

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Colorado Springs

The most common earnings brackets in Colorado Springs are $100,000+ for men (28,409 | 19.1%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (10,288 | 8.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Colorado Springs
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less5,242 (3.5%)7,401 (5.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9993,920 (2.6%)4,629 (3.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4993,817 (2.6%)5,250 (4.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9993,112 (2.1%)3,539 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $12,4993,754 (2.5%)4,601 (3.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9992,860 (1.9%)4,644 (3.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4993,845 (2.6%)3,824 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,960 (1.3%)3,444 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4993,373 (2.3%)4,083 (3.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9993,951 (2.7%)3,784 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9998,394 (5.7%)8,699 (7.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9998,576 (5.8%)8,013 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9998,130 (5.5%)8,617 (6.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9996,751 (4.5%)7,264 (5.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9998,437 (5.7%)6,135 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9996,053 (4.1%)5,922 (4.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99912,615 (8.5%)8,356 (6.7%)
$65,000 to $74,9998,205 (5.5%)6,276 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99917,010 (11.5%)10,288 (8.3%)
$100,000+28,409 (19.1%)9,896 (7.9%)
Total148,414 (100.0%)124,665 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Colorado Springs

Average earnings in Colorado Springs are $57,187 for men and $40,425 for women, a difference of 29.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,344, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,166. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,791, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,774.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Colorado Springs
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,166$24,774
High School Diploma$42,093$30,307
College or Associate's Degree$49,950$36,453
Bachelor's Degree$73,932$46,798
Graduate Degree$102,344$60,791
Total$57,187$40,425

Family Income in Colorado Springs

Family Income Brackets in Colorado Springs

According to the Colorado Springs family income data, there are 27,507 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,704 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Colorado Springs
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003,1642.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991,7041.4%
$15,000 to $24,9993,8953.2%
$25,000 to $34,9995,9644.9%
$35,000 to $49,99911,0769.1%
$50,000 to $74,99919,23015.8%
$75,000 to $99,99918,74315.4%
$100,000 to $149,99927,50722.6%
$150,000 to $199,99914,72712.1%
$200,000+15,82213.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Colorado Springs

6-person families (3,344 | 2.8%) account for the highest median family income in Colorado Springs with $122,481 per family, while 2-person families (60,603 | 49.8%) have the highest median income of $43,960 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Colorado Springs
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families60,603 (49.8%)$87,920
3-Person Families25,469 (20.9%)$97,376
4-Person Families21,206 (17.4%)$112,552
5-Person Families9,704 (8.0%)$100,704
6-Person Families3,344 (2.8%)$122,481
7+ Person Families1,385 (1.1%)$104,743
Total121,711 (100.0%)$95,492

Family Income by Number of Earners in Colorado Springs

The median family income in Colorado Springs is $95,492, with families comprising 3+ earners (11,783) having the highest median family income of $136,357, while families with no earners (15,476) have the lowest median family income of $65,443, accounting for 9.7% and 12.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Colorado Springs
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners15,476 (12.7%)$65,443
1 Earner38,868 (31.9%)$70,114
2 Earners55,584 (45.7%)$112,851
3+ Earners11,783 (9.7%)$136,357
Total121,711 (100.0%)$95,492

Household Income in Colorado Springs

Household Income Brackets in Colorado Springs

With 36,891 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Colorado Springs, accounting for 19.1% of all households. In contrast, only 5,408 households (2.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Colorado Springs
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007,7264.0%
$10,000 to $14,9995,4082.8%
$15,000 to $24,99911,2035.8%
$25,000 to $34,99913,1346.8%
$35,000 to $49,99920,47410.6%
$50,000 to $74,99933,99417.6%
$75,000 to $99,99927,42714.2%
$100,000 to $149,99936,89119.1%
$150,000 to $199,99917,9639.3%
$200,000+18,7359.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Colorado Springs

The median household income in Colorado Springs is $79,026, with the highest median household income of $96,488 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 63,327 households (32.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $50,341, with 12,353 households (6.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Colorado Springs
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years12,353 (6.4%)$50,341
25 to 44 Years74,439 (38.5%)$83,490
45 to 64 Years63,327 (32.8%)$96,488
65+ Years43,030 (22.3%)$63,073
Total193,149 (100.0%)$79,026

Poverty in Colorado Springs

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Colorado Springs

With 9.2% poverty level for males and 11.7% for females among the residents of Colorado Springs, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 412 males (15.4%) and 4,549 females (21.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,680 (12.0%)1,605 (11.3%)
5 Years412 (15.4%)309 (11.6%)
6 to 11 Years2,327 (12.1%)2,568 (15.0%)
12 to 14 Years904 (10.4%)1,305 (15.1%)
15 Years350 (12.1%)417 (11.9%)
16 and 17 Years585 (10.2%)717 (14.1%)
18 to 24 Years3,411 (13.7%)4,549 (21.0%)
25 to 34 Years3,684 (8.5%)4,643 (12.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,362 (7.3%)3,202 (10.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,678 (6.1%)2,173 (8.0%)
55 to 64 Years2,626 (10.2%)2,631 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,180 (6.5%)1,274 (5.8%)
75 Years and over498 (4.5%)1,929 (12.3%)
Total21,697 (9.2%)27,322 (11.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Colorado Springs

According to the poverty statistics in Colorado Springs, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.5% of males and 94.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12,344 (88.0%)12,630 (88.7%)
5 Years2,255 (84.6%)2,367 (88.4%)
6 to 11 Years16,834 (87.9%)14,548 (85.0%)
12 to 14 Years7,804 (89.6%)7,317 (84.9%)
15 Years2,548 (87.9%)3,076 (88.1%)
16 and 17 Years5,169 (89.8%)4,375 (85.9%)
18 to 24 Years21,546 (86.3%)17,154 (79.0%)
25 to 34 Years39,596 (91.5%)34,028 (88.0%)
35 to 44 Years30,008 (92.7%)27,475 (89.6%)
45 to 54 Years25,765 (93.9%)24,850 (92.0%)
55 to 64 Years23,218 (89.8%)24,999 (90.5%)
65 to 74 Years17,095 (93.5%)20,649 (94.2%)
75 Years and over10,522 (95.5%)13,686 (87.6%)
Total214,704 (90.8%)207,154 (88.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Colorado Springs

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Colorado Springs show that 3.1% or 2,827 of the total 91,989 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 18.1%, comprising of 99 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.4%, which includes 1,292 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Colorado Springs
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children52,679 (97.6%)1,292 (2.4%)
1 or 2 Children29,144 (97.1%)864 (2.9%)
3 or 4 Children6,892 (92.3%)572 (7.7%)
5 or more Children447 (81.9%)99 (18.1%)
Total89,162 (96.9%)2,827 (3.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Colorado Springs

According to the poverty data in Colorado Springs, 11.1% or 1,092 single-father households and 20.6% or 4,112 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 256 households (32.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 152 households (70.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Colorado Springs
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children348 (7.9%)526 (7.0%)
1 or 2 Children488 (10.5%)2,352 (24.0%)
3 or 4 Children256 (32.5%)1,082 (44.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)152 (70.7%)
Total1,092 (11.1%)4,112 (20.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Colorado Springs

The poverty data for Colorado Springs shows that 2,827 of the married-couple family households (3.1%) and 5,204 of the single-parent households (17.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 99 households (18.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 152 household (70.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Colorado Springs
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,292 (2.4%)874 (7.4%)
1 or 2 Children864 (2.9%)2,840 (19.7%)
3 or 4 Children572 (7.7%)1,338 (41.7%)
5 or more Children99 (18.1%)152 (70.7%)
Total2,827 (3.1%)5,204 (17.5%)

Race in Colorado Springs

The most populous races in Colorado Springs are White / Caucasian (351,990 | 73.4%), Hispanic or Latino (88,963 | 18.5%), and Two or more Races (55,048 | 11.5%).
Race in Colorado Springs
Race# Population% Population
Asian15,0573.1%
Black / African American28,8696.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific1,2960.3%
Hispanic or Latino88,96318.5%
Native / Alaskan5,2391.1%
White / Caucasian351,99073.4%
Two or more Races55,04811.5%
Some other Race22,1134.6%
Total479,612100.0%

Ancestry in Colorado Springs

The most populous ancestries reported in Colorado Springs are German (84,641 | 17.6%), English (57,087 | 11.9%), Mexican (56,519 | 11.8%), Irish (50,823 | 10.6%), and Italian (23,199 | 4.8%), together accounting for 56.8% of all Colorado Springs residents.
Ancestry in Colorado Springs
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan770.0%
African2,6470.5%
Alaskan Athabascan600.0%
Albanian860.0%
Alsatian320.0%
American19,0754.0%
Apache8780.2%
Arab1,1320.2%
Arapaho380.0%
Argentinean2600.1%
Armenian2290.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac110.0%
Australian1680.0%
Austrian1,1770.3%
Bangladeshi190.0%
Barbadian800.0%
Basque2900.1%
Belgian5370.1%
Belizean2160.1%
Bermudan200.0%
Bhutanese3,1430.7%
Blackfeet2700.1%
Bolivian620.0%
Brazilian4510.1%
British3,2360.7%
British West Indian300.0%
Bulgarian1090.0%
Burmese6,5741.4%
Cajun1230.0%
Cambodian1200.0%
Canadian8510.2%
Cape Verdean500.0%
Carpatho Rusyn600.0%
Celtic2230.1%
Central American4,5250.9%
Central American Indian4260.1%
Cherokee2,3760.5%
Cheyenne410.0%
Chickasaw1760.0%
Chilean2830.1%
Chinese270.0%
Chippewa3130.1%
Choctaw2270.1%
Colombian9590.2%
Comanche1520.0%
Costa Rican1450.0%
Cree750.0%
Creek210.0%
Croatian4590.1%
Crow190.0%
Cuban1,2910.3%
Czech2,5730.5%
Czechoslovakian4980.1%
Danish3,4720.7%
Delaware140.0%
Dominican6100.1%
Dutch6,5721.4%
Eastern European1,1200.2%
Ecuadorian2840.1%
Egyptian1090.0%
English57,08711.9%
Estonian1320.0%
Ethiopian2670.1%
European14,1562.9%
Filipino2040.0%
Finnish7800.2%
French12,2372.5%
French American Indian60.0%
French Canadian2,3820.5%
German84,64117.6%
German Russian2000.0%
Ghanaian730.0%
Greek1,1770.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro1,0160.2%
Guatemalan9090.2%
Haitian3810.1%
Honduran1,1520.2%
Hopi220.0%
Hungarian2,2310.5%
Icelander880.0%
Indian (Asian)4,0950.9%
Indonesian1530.0%
Inupiat400.0%
Iranian4930.1%
Iraqi1260.0%
Irish50,82310.6%
Iroquois2350.1%
Israeli1590.0%
Italian23,1994.8%
Jamaican8810.2%
Japanese910.0%
Jordanian370.0%
Kenyan1790.0%
Kiowa150.0%
Korean6,7241.4%
Laotian1890.0%
Latvian870.0%
Lebanese3500.1%
Liberian300.0%
Lithuanian1,2750.3%
Luxembourger2080.0%
Macedonian480.0%
Malaysian1580.0%
Maltese480.0%
Mexican56,51911.8%
Mexican American Indian9740.2%
Native Hawaiian1,6020.3%
Navajo7500.2%
New Zealander1510.0%
Nicaraguan5360.1%
Nigerian6830.1%
Northern European1,3280.3%
Norwegian10,0642.1%
Okinawan190.0%
Osage140.0%
Pakistani7460.2%
Palestinian480.0%
Panamanian6890.1%
Paraguayan10.0%
Pennsylvania German770.0%
Peruvian6930.1%
Pima120.0%
Polish11,7562.5%
Portuguese1,0170.2%
Potawatomi1430.0%
Pueblo3730.1%
Puerto Rican6,0231.3%
Romanian4230.1%
Russian3,2820.7%
Salvadoran1,0010.2%
Samoan4520.1%
Scandinavian2,5720.5%
Scotch-Irish5,9081.2%
Scottish12,6832.6%
Seminole230.0%
Serbian3640.1%
Shoshone80.0%
Sioux4850.1%
Slavic1590.0%
Slovak7790.2%
Slovene5550.1%
Somali410.0%
South African1220.0%
South American2,9830.6%
South American Indian70.0%
Spaniard3,4730.7%
Spanish6,2441.3%
Spanish American8020.2%
Spanish American Indian2460.1%
Sri Lankan2,1000.4%
Subsaharan African4,5090.9%
Sudanese620.0%
Swedish8,8981.9%
Swiss1,5970.3%
Syrian320.0%
Thai2,5890.5%
Tohono O'Odham170.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian590.0%
Tsimshian90.0%
Turkish1100.0%
U.S. Virgin Islander250.0%
Ugandan70.0%
Ukrainian1,1840.3%
Ute2950.1%
Venezuelan4410.1%
Vietnamese390.0%
Welsh3,8770.8%
West Indian2020.0%
Yaqui210.0%
Yugoslavian2510.1%
Yup'ik410.0%
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Immigrants in Colorado Springs

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Colorado Springs came from Latin America (14,771 | 3.1%), Central America (11,515 | 2.4%), Asia (10,316 | 2.1%), Mexico (9,244 | 1.9%), and Europe (6,998 | 1.5%), together accounting for 11.0% of all Colorado Springs residents.
Immigrants in Colorado Springs
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan580.0%
Africa2,0020.4%
Argentina1290.0%
Armenia270.0%
Asia10,3162.1%
Australia2210.1%
Austria890.0%
Bahamas700.0%
Bangladesh390.0%
Barbados190.0%
Belarus930.0%
Belgium90.0%
Belize520.0%
Bolivia620.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina630.0%
Brazil5170.1%
Bulgaria610.0%
Cambodia820.0%
Cameroon1140.0%
Canada1,6250.3%
Caribbean1,4380.3%
Central America11,5152.4%
Chile1390.0%
China1,5860.3%
Colombia4140.1%
Costa Rica500.0%
Croatia1110.0%
Cuba4280.1%
Czechoslovakia1860.0%
Denmark460.0%
Dominica100.0%
Dominican Republic1950.0%
Eastern Africa1,1450.2%
Eastern Asia4,5650.9%
Eastern Europe2,2220.5%
Ecuador2010.0%
Egypt610.0%
El Salvador4090.1%
England5290.1%
Eritrea230.0%
Ethiopia3060.1%
Europe6,9981.5%
Fiji560.0%
France770.0%
Germany2,3520.5%
Ghana470.0%
Guatemala6350.1%
Guyana240.0%
Haiti1550.0%
Honduras7740.2%
Hong Kong390.0%
Hungary1080.0%
India1,0410.2%
Indonesia540.0%
Iran2800.1%
Iraq1560.0%
Ireland1240.0%
Israel770.0%
Italy2290.1%
Jamaica4530.1%
Japan4310.1%
Jordan300.0%
Kazakhstan250.0%
Kenya5820.1%
Korea2,5280.5%
Kuwait250.0%
Laos370.0%
Latin America14,7713.1%
Lebanon190.0%
Liberia840.0%
Lithuania620.0%
Malaysia110.0%
Mexico9,2441.9%
Middle Africa1880.0%
Moldova420.0%
Morocco100.0%
Nepal1310.0%
Netherlands1540.0%
Nicaragua370.0%
Nigeria830.0%
North Macedonia260.0%
Northern Africa1050.0%
Northern Europe1,3900.3%
Norway320.0%
Oceania4240.1%
Pakistan1790.0%
Panama2210.1%
Peru1680.0%
Philippines1,9540.4%
Poland3170.1%
Romania870.0%
Russia5220.1%
Scotland350.0%
Serbia90.0%
Singapore430.0%
Somalia370.0%
South Africa1970.0%
South America1,8180.4%
South Central Asia1,7790.4%
South Eastern Asia3,3620.7%
Southern Europe4030.1%
Spain1740.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines20.0%
Sudan230.0%
Sweden490.0%
Switzerland3020.1%
Syria300.0%
Taiwan1890.0%
Thailand1970.0%
Trinidad and Tobago580.0%
Turkey1940.0%
Uganda240.0%
Ukraine3880.1%
Uzbekistan60.0%
Venezuela1630.0%
Vietnam9350.2%
West Indies310.0%
Western Africa2960.1%
Western Asia6100.1%
Western Europe2,9830.6%
Zaire740.0%
Zimbabwe860.0%
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Sex and Age in Colorado Springs

Sex and Age in Colorado Springs

The most populous age groups in Colorado Springs are 25 to 29 Years (22,539 | 9.4%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (19,840 | 8.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14,191 (5.9%)14,427 (6.0%)
5 to 9 Years15,597 (6.5%)14,288 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years15,529 (6.5%)14,624 (6.1%)
15 to 19 Years15,429 (6.4%)14,594 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years19,997 (8.3%)17,810 (7.5%)
25 to 29 Years22,539 (9.4%)19,840 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Years21,216 (8.8%)18,860 (7.9%)
35 to 39 Years17,058 (7.1%)16,711 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years15,597 (6.5%)14,057 (5.9%)
45 to 49 Years13,836 (5.7%)13,125 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years13,852 (5.8%)14,027 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years13,444 (5.6%)14,462 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years12,660 (5.3%)13,355 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years9,993 (4.2%)12,441 (5.2%)
70 to 74 Years8,558 (3.5%)9,610 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years5,289 (2.2%)6,970 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years2,941 (1.2%)4,644 (1.9%)
85 Years and over3,128 (1.3%)4,913 (2.1%)
Total240,854 (100.0%)238,758 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Colorado Springs

Median Family Size in Colorado Springs

The median family size in Colorado Springs is 2.99 persons per family, with married-couple families (91,989 | 75.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (9,813 | 8.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.59 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Colorado Springs
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple91,989 (75.6%)3.03
Single Male/Father9,813 (8.1%)2.59
Single Female/Mother19,909 (16.4%)2.99
Total Families121,711 (100.0%)2.99

Median Household Size in Colorado Springs

The median household size in Colorado Springs is 2.44 persons per household, with single female/mother households (19,909 | 10.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (71,438 | 37.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Colorado Springs
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple91,989 (47.6%)3.06
Single Male/Father9,813 (5.1%)3.00
Single Female/Mother19,909 (10.3%)3.25
Non-family71,438 (37.0%)1.32
Total Households193,149 (100.0%)2.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Colorado Springs

Out of a total of 193,149 households in Colorado Springs, 121,711 (63.0%) are family households, while 71,438 (37.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 56,021, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 53,765.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Colorado Springs
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-53,765 (27.8%)
2-Person Households56,021 (29.0%)13,896 (7.2%)
3-Person Households26,558 (13.8%)2,720 (1.4%)
4-Person Households23,166 (12.0%)759 (0.4%)
5-Person Households9,885 (5.1%)138 (0.1%)
6-Person Households3,998 (2.1%)160 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households2,083 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total121,711 (63.0%)71,438 (37.0%)

Female Fertility in Colorado Springs

Fertility by Age in Colorado Springs

Average fertility rate in Colorado Springs is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years29 (0.5%)2.0
20 to 34 years4,360 (74.6%)77.0
35 to 50 years1,456 (24.9%)31.0
Total5,845 (100.0%)50.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Colorado Springs

74.6% of women with births (5,845) in Colorado Springs are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 12.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Colorado Springs
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years3,091 (70.9%)1,269 (29.1%)
35 to 50 years1,268 (87.1%)188 (12.9%)
Total4,360 (74.6%)1,485 (25.4%)

Fertility by Education in Colorado Springs

Average fertility rate in Colorado Springs is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 79.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 39.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Colorado Springs
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School221 (3.8%)15.0
High School Diploma981 (16.8%)46.0
College or Associate's Degree2,300 (39.4%)57.0
Bachelor's Degree1,258 (21.5%)46.0
Graduate Degree1,085 (18.6%)79.0
Total5,845 (100.0%)50.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Colorado Springs

25.4% of women with births in Colorado Springs are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 94.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 48.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Colorado Springs
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School114 (51.6%)107 (48.4%)
High School Diploma605 (61.7%)376 (38.3%)
College or Associate's Degree1,518 (66.0%)782 (34.0%)
Bachelor's Degree1,186 (94.3%)72 (5.7%)
Graduate Degree939 (86.5%)146 (13.5%)
Total4,360 (74.6%)1,485 (25.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Colorado Springs

Employment by Class of Employer in Colorado Springs

Among the 244,226 employed individuals in Colorado Springs, private company employees (149,188 | 61.1%), not-for-profit organizations (24,427 | 10.0%), and federal government employees (23,718 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Colorado Springs
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees149,18861.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)10,3064.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)12,7225.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations24,42710.0%
Local Government Employees16,9917.0%
State Government Employees6,2262.5%
Federal Government Employees23,7189.7%
Unpaid Family Workers6480.3%
Total244,226100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Colorado Springs

According to the labor force statistics for Colorado Springs, out of the total population over 16 years of age (384,554), 68.3% or 262,650 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 14,708 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.0% or 36,870 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.1% or 1,810 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years11,244 (47.6%)1,810 (16.1%)
20 to 24 Years31,833 (84.2%)2,801 (8.8%)
25 to 29 Years36,870 (87.0%)1,954 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Years33,944 (84.7%)1,663 (4.9%)
35 to 44 Years53,592 (84.5%)2,787 (5.2%)
45 to 54 Years46,230 (84.3%)1,572 (3.4%)
55 to 59 Years20,427 (73.2%)919 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years15,739 (60.5%)724 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years11,247 (27.7%)394 (3.5%)
75 Years and over1,617 (5.8%)34 (2.1%)
Total262,650 (68.3%)14,708 (5.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Colorado Springs

According to labor force statistics for Colorado Springs, 81.2% of individuals (206,767) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (254,639) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 9,511 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.2% or 91,610 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.9% or 647 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Colorado Springs
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School9,376 (65.1%)994 (6.9%)
High School Diploma35,332 (74.3%)3,234 (6.8%)
College / Associate Degree70,451 (80.4%)4,819 (5.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher91,610 (87.2%)3,047 (2.9%)
Total206,767 (81.2%)11,713 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Colorado Springs

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Colorado Springs are Community & Social Service (29,456 | 12.5%), Management (24,719 | 10.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (21,686 | 9.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (16,409 | 6.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (15,927 | 6.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Colorado Springs

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Colorado Springs, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.7%), Computers & Mathematics (81.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (70.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (68.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (68.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Colorado Springs
OccupationMaleFemale
Management14,499 (58.7%)10,220 (41.3%)
Business & Financial7,279 (49.0%)7,564 (51.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science17,423 (80.3%)4,263 (19.7%)
Computers & Mathematics11,122 (81.1%)2,589 (18.9%)
Architecture & Engineering5,390 (85.7%)903 (14.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science911 (54.2%)771 (45.8%)
Community & Social Service 10,542 (35.8%)18,914 (64.2%)
Education, Arts & Media1,795 (35.9%)3,209 (64.1%)
Legal Services & Support739 (36.1%)1,309 (63.9%)
Education Instruction & Library4,969 (31.2%)10,958 (68.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3,039 (46.9%)3,438 (53.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5,113 (31.2%)11,296 (68.8%)
Health Technologists3,421 (29.9%)8,010 (70.1%)
Total (Category)54,856 (51.2%)52,257 (48.8%)
Total (Overall)125,898 (53.2%)110,539 (46.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Colorado Springs are Food Preparation & Serving (12,523 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (7,987 | 3.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (7,500 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (6,578 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (5,286 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Colorado Springs

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Colorado Springs, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (82.5%), Security & Protection (78.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (76.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (79.6%), Personal Care & Service (77.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Colorado Springs
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support1,625 (20.3%)6,362 (79.6%)
Security & Protection4,136 (78.2%)1,150 (21.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention2,834 (76.4%)873 (23.5%)
Law Enforcement1,302 (82.5%)277 (17.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving5,885 (47.0%)6,638 (53.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4,396 (58.6%)3,104 (41.4%)
Personal Care & Service1,474 (22.4%)5,104 (77.6%)
Total (Category)17,516 (43.9%)22,358 (56.1%)
Total (Overall)125,898 (53.2%)110,539 (46.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Colorado Springs are Office & Administration (25,807 | 10.9%), and Sales & Related (23,171 | 9.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Colorado Springs

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Colorado Springs
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related12,383 (53.4%)10,788 (46.6%)
Office & Administration7,310 (28.3%)18,497 (71.7%)
Total (Category)19,693 (40.2%)29,285 (59.8%)
Total (Overall)125,898 (53.2%)110,539 (46.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Colorado Springs are Construction & Extraction (11,889 | 5.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (6,181 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (419 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Colorado Springs

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Colorado Springs
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry333 (79.5%)86 (20.5%)
Construction & Extraction11,327 (95.3%)562 (4.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5,978 (96.7%)203 (3.3%)
Total (Category)17,638 (95.4%)851 (4.6%)
Total (Overall)125,898 (53.2%)110,539 (46.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Colorado Springs are Transportation (7,429 | 3.1%), Production (7,362 | 3.1%), and Material Moving (7,192 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Colorado Springs

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Colorado Springs
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4,812 (65.4%)2,550 (34.6%)
Transportation6,163 (83.0%)1,266 (17.0%)
Material Moving5,220 (72.6%)1,972 (27.4%)
Total (Category)16,195 (73.7%)5,788 (26.3%)
Total (Overall)125,898 (53.2%)110,539 (46.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Colorado Springs

Employment Industries in Colorado Springs

The major employment industries in Colorado Springs include Health Care & Social Assistance (34,510 | 14.6%), Retail Trade (26,939 | 11.4%), Professional & Scientific (23,466 | 9.9%), Educational Services (22,796 | 9.6%), and Construction (17,519 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Colorado Springs

Employment Industries by Sex in Colorado Springs

The Colorado Springs industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (88.5%), Construction (86.4%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (82.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (72.5%), Educational Services (66.9%), and Finance & Insurance (57.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Colorado Springs
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting623 (82.6%)131 (17.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction448 (88.5%)58 (11.5%)
Construction15,140 (86.4%)2,379 (13.6%)
Manufacturing9,845 (70.0%)4,230 (30.0%)
Wholesale Trade2,550 (72.0%)992 (28.0%)
Retail Trade16,064 (59.6%)10,875 (40.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing5,198 (67.7%)2,474 (32.3%)
Utilities1,326 (76.9%)398 (23.1%)
Information4,103 (64.0%)2,312 (36.0%)
Finance & Insurance5,499 (42.4%)7,475 (57.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2,479 (49.4%)2,538 (50.6%)
Professional & Scientific14,102 (60.1%)9,364 (39.9%)
Enterprise Management120 (52.2%)110 (47.8%)
Administrative & Support6,674 (60.5%)4,351 (39.5%)
Educational Services7,537 (33.1%)15,259 (66.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance9,485 (27.5%)25,025 (72.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2,585 (49.4%)2,650 (50.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services8,819 (50.5%)8,628 (49.4%)
Public Administration7,191 (63.0%)4,219 (37.0%)
Total125,898 (53.2%)110,539 (46.8%)

Education in Colorado Springs

School Enrollment in Colorado Springs

The most common levels of schooling among the 119,380 students in Colorado Springs are college / undergraduate (28,000 | 23.4%), middle school (23,839 | 20.0%), and elementary school (23,414 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in Colorado Springs
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6,5175.5%
Kindergarten6,0495.1%
Elementary School23,41419.6%
Middle School23,83920.0%
High School23,21719.5%
College / Undergraduate28,00023.4%
Graduate / Professional8,3447.0%
Total119,380100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Colorado Springs

Out of a total of 119,380 students who are enrolled in schools in Colorado Springs, 18,981 (15.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 100,399 (84.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,943 (37.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15,194 (90.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Colorado Springs
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3,231 (62.5%)1,943 (37.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old24,538 (86.6%)3,784 (13.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds25,967 (88.3%)3,447 (11.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds15,194 (90.7%)1,561 (9.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6,950 (80.0%)1,740 (20.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9,552 (81.7%)2,139 (18.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8,906 (82.4%)1,902 (17.6%)
35 Years and over6,024 (70.7%)2,502 (29.3%)
Total100,399 (84.1%)18,981 (15.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Colorado Springs

Business (25,428 | 17.5%), education (13,854 | 9.5%), science & technology (12,415 | 8.6%), social sciences (12,081 | 8.3%), and engineering (11,636 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 145,236 individuals in Colorado Springs who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Colorado Springs
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics9,5976.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9,1486.3%
Physical & Health Sciences5,3373.7%
Psychology9,0956.3%
Social Sciences12,0818.3%
Engineering11,6368.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies1,3981.0%
Science & Technology12,4158.6%
Business25,42817.5%
Education13,8549.5%
Literature & Languages6,3564.4%
Liberal Arts & History7,8315.4%
Visual & Performing Arts5,4993.8%
Communications6,4404.4%
Arts & Humanities9,1216.3%
Total145,236100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Colorado Springs

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Colorado Springs

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Colorado Springs are males with 2 vehicles (60,803, accounting for 45.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (46,566, making up 56.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Colorado Springs
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,458 (1.8%)2,193 (2.0%)
1 Vehicle23,657 (17.7%)25,054 (23.2%)
2 Vehicles60,803 (45.6%)46,566 (43.0%)
3 Vehicles29,904 (22.4%)22,475 (20.8%)
4 Vehicles12,527 (9.4%)8,683 (8.0%)
5 or more Vehicles4,144 (3.1%)3,217 (3.0%)
Total133,493 (100.0%)108,188 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Colorado Springs

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Colorado Springs are 15 to 19 minutes (44,981 commuters, 21.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (41,466 commuters, 19.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (31,617 commuters, 15.0%).
Commute Time in Colorado Springs
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4,7492.3%
5 to 9 Minutes19,7319.4%
10 to 14 Minutes31,61715.0%
15 to 19 Minutes44,98121.4%
20 to 24 Minutes41,46619.7%
25 to 29 Minutes16,6127.9%
30 to 34 Minutes26,22212.4%
35 to 39 Minutes4,0251.9%
40 to 44 Minutes3,7231.8%
45 to 59 Minutes6,5583.1%
60 to 89 Minutes5,9962.9%
90 or more Minutes4,8982.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Colorado Springs

The most common commute times in Colorado Springs are 15 to 19 minutes (24,695 commuters, 20.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (20,286 commuters, 22.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Colorado Springs
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2,390 (2.0%)2,359 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes9,580 (8.0%)10,151 (11.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes17,084 (14.3%)14,533 (16.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes24,695 (20.6%)20,286 (22.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes22,880 (19.1%)18,586 (20.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes9,873 (8.3%)6,739 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes15,834 (13.2%)10,388 (11.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes3,076 (2.6%)949 (1.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes2,356 (2.0%)1,367 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes4,595 (3.8%)1,963 (2.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes4,260 (3.6%)1,736 (1.9%)
90 or more Minutes2,954 (2.5%)1,944 (2.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Colorado Springs

The most frequent times of departure to work in Colorado Springs are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (18,054, 15.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (15,302, 16.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Colorado Springs
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5,755 (4.8%)2,507 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4,331 (3.6%)1,822 (2.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM7,413 (6.2%)2,643 (2.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM11,747 (9.8%)5,439 (6.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM14,783 (12.4%)9,507 (10.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM18,054 (15.1%)15,302 (16.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM13,908 (11.6%)13,511 (14.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM11,806 (9.9%)9,878 (10.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM5,434 (4.5%)5,433 (6.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM7,474 (6.2%)6,842 (7.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2,652 (2.2%)3,977 (4.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,894 (1.6%)2,201 (2.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7,225 (6.0%)6,124 (6.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7,101 (5.9%)5,815 (6.4%)
Total119,577 (100.0%)91,001 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Colorado Springs

Occupancy by Ownership in Colorado Springs

Of the total 193,149 dwellings in Colorado Springs, owner-occupied units account for 117,970 (61.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 75,179 (38.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Colorado Springs
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units117,97061.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units75,17938.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units193,149100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Colorado Springs

Occupancy by Household Size in Colorado Springs
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household53,76527.8%
2-Person Household69,91736.2%
3-Person Household29,27815.2%
4+ Person Household40,18920.8%
Total Housing Units193,149100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Colorado Springs

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Colorado Springs
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household26,661 (49.6%)27,104 (50.4%)
2-Person Household45,273 (64.7%)24,644 (35.2%)
3-Person Household18,820 (64.3%)10,458 (35.7%)
4+ Person Household27,216 (67.7%)12,973 (32.3%)
Total Housing Units117,970 (61.1%)75,179 (38.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Colorado Springs

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Colorado Springs
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3,376 (43.1%)4,464 (56.9%)
High School Diploma16,196 (49.8%)16,353 (50.2%)
College/Associate Degree37,454 (54.4%)31,418 (45.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher60,944 (72.7%)22,944 (27.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Colorado Springs

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Colorado Springs
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years52,01526.9%
35 to 44 Years34,77718.0%
45 to 54 Years30,82516.0%
55 to 64 Years32,50216.8%
65 to 74 Years25,00413.0%
75 to 84 Years12,5176.5%
85 Years and Over5,5092.9%
Total193,149100.0%

Housing Finances in Colorado Springs

Median Income by Occupancy in Colorado Springs

Median Income by Occupancy in Colorado Springs
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied117,970 (61.1%)$100,768
Renter-Occupied75,179 (38.9%)$54,305
Average193,149 (100.0%)$79,026

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Colorado Springs

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Colorado Springs
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002,279 (1.9%)2,893 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9991,022 (0.9%)1,497 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,650 (1.4%)3,851 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9992,379 (2.0%)2,996 (4.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,902 (1.6%)3,869 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9995,405 (4.6%)7,689 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9999,152 (7.8%)11,416 (15.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99918,070 (15.3%)15,882 (21.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99916,644 (14.1%)10,865 (14.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99927,608 (23.4%)9,378 (12.5%)
$150,000 or more31,859 (27.0%)4,843 (6.4%)
Total117,970 (100.0%)75,179 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Colorado Springs

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Colorado Springs
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3003,464 (2.9%)1,050 (1.4%)
$300 to $49911,657 (9.9%)1,022 (1.4%)
$500 to $79915,143 (12.8%)2,961 (3.9%)
$800 to $9996,362 (5.4%)7,104 (9.5%)
$1,000 to $1,49920,004 (17.0%)26,513 (35.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99926,039 (22.1%)21,980 (29.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49917,935 (15.2%)8,832 (11.7%)
$2,500 to $2,9998,765 (7.4%)2,733 (3.6%)
$3,000 or more8,601 (7.3%)1,382 (1.8%)
Total117,970 (100.0%)75,179 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Colorado Springs

Housing Structures in Colorado Springs

Housing Structures in Colorado Springs
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached119,66362.0%
Single Unit, Attached15,8778.2%
2 Unit Apartments2,4021.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments8,7294.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments10,0885.2%
10 or more Apartments32,34416.8%
Mobile Home / Other4,0462.1%
Total193,149100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Colorado Springs

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Colorado Springs
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached100,610 (84.1%)19,053 (15.9%)
Single Unit, Attached10,228 (64.4%)5,649 (35.6%)
2 Unit Apartments267 (11.1%)2,135 (88.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,340 (15.3%)7,389 (84.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,028 (10.2%)9,060 (89.8%)
10 or more Apartments1,267 (3.9%)31,077 (96.1%)
Mobile Home / Other3,230 (79.8%)816 (20.2%)
Total117,970 (61.1%)75,179 (38.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Colorado Springs

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Colorado Springs
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room214 (0.2%)3,084 (4.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms2,839 (2.4%)24,452 (32.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms23,872 (20.2%)29,921 (39.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms37,109 (31.5%)11,214 (14.9%)
8 or more Rooms53,936 (45.7%)6,508 (8.7%)
Total117,970 (100.0%)75,179 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Colorado Springs

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Colorado Springs
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas96,381 (81.7%)39,453 (52.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,014 (0.9%)1,299 (1.7%)
Electricity19,569 (16.6%)32,537 (43.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene31 (0.0%)71 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke9 (0.0%)14 (0.0%)
All other Fuels820 (0.7%)1,055 (1.4%)
No Fuel Used146 (0.1%)750 (1.0%)
Total117,970 (100.0%)75,179 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Colorado Springs

Household Vehicle Usage in Colorado Springs
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,392 (1.2%)7,095 (9.4%)
1 Vehicle29,020 (24.6%)33,837 (45.0%)
2 Vehicles53,189 (45.1%)25,667 (34.1%)
3 or more Vehicles34,369 (29.1%)8,580 (11.4%)
Total117,970 (100.0%)75,179 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Colorado Springs

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Colorado Springs

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units33,70984,261
Median Property Value$372,700$386,200
Median Household Income$77,478$25,094
Monthly Housing Costs$537$8,517
Real Estate Taxes$1,419$1,490

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Colorado Springs

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Colorado Springs
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002,284 (6.8%)1,139 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999910 (2.7%)585 (0.7%)
$100,000 to $299,9998,414 (25.0%)20,453 (24.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99912,937 (38.4%)40,754 (48.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9996,229 (18.5%)16,325 (19.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9992,024 (6.0%)3,481 (4.1%)
$1,000,000 or more911 (2.7%)1,524 (1.8%)
Total33,709 (100.0%)84,261 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Colorado Springs

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Colorado Springs
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,685 (5.0%)949 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,800 (8.3%)1,616 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,536 (7.5%)3,131 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9993,520 (10.4%)2,869 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,816 (17.2%)5,632 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,370 (13.0%)12,254 (14.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9996,217 (18.4%)12,274 (14.6%)
$150,000 or more6,765 (20.1%)21,391 (25.4%)
Total33,709 (100.0%)84,261 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Colorado Springs

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Colorado Springs
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x5,170 (15.3%)108,628 (128.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x5,531 (16.4%)10,982 (13.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x4,183 (12.4%)20,566 (24.4%)
4.0x or more18,210 (54.0%)17,276 (20.5%)
Total33,709 (100.0%)84,261 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Colorado Springs

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Colorado Springs
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8007,263 (21.5%)269 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,49910,440 (31.0%)10,775 (12.8%)
$800 to $1,49915,144 (44.9%)28,460 (33.8%)
Total33,709 (100.0%)84,261 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Colorado Springs

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colorado Springs

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years32,312 (94.8%)1,788 (5.2%)
6 to 18 Years74,075 (94.9%)3,985 (5.1%)
19 to 25 Years42,504 (86.8%)6,473 (13.2%)
26 to 34 Years59,366 (86.4%)9,370 (13.6%)
35 to 44 Years53,020 (88.2%)7,096 (11.8%)
45 to 54 Years48,320 (90.1%)5,304 (9.9%)
55 to 64 Years49,832 (93.3%)3,563 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years40,013 (99.5%)185 (0.5%)
75 Years and older26,581 (99.8%)54 (0.2%)
Total426,023 (91.8%)37,818 (8.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Colorado Springs

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Colorado Springs
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born32,312 (94.8%)1,788 (5.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen74,075 (94.9%)3,985 (5.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen42,504 (86.8%)6,473 (13.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Colorado Springs

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Colorado Springs
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00036,728 (89.0%)4,521 (11.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99956,743 (87.5%)8,138 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99965,006 (88.4%)8,509 (11.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99961,000 (90.3%)6,586 (9.7%)
$100,000 and over201,820 (95.5%)9,581 (4.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colorado Springs

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 613,439 (39.4%)21,145 (62.0%)
6 to 18 Years27,705 (35.5%)51,539 (66.0%)
19 to 25 Years9,766 (19.9%)34,595 (70.6%)
25 to 34 Years16,662 (24.2%)47,069 (68.5%)
35 to 44 Years12,603 (21.0%)44,317 (73.7%)
45 to 54 Years10,827 (20.2%)41,310 (77.0%)
55 to 64 Years12,891 (24.1%)41,577 (77.9%)
65 to 74 Years38,228 (95.1%)22,936 (57.1%)
75 Years and over26,319 (98.8%)16,539 (62.1%)
Total168,440 (36.3%)321,027 (69.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Colorado Springs

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Colorado Springs
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years145 (1.0%)90 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years3,126 (7.9%)2,629 (7.0%)
18 to 34 Years6,851 (10.9%)6,163 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years10,578 (12.9%)11,377 (13.4%)
65 to 74 Years4,218 (23.1%)4,199 (19.2%)
75 Years and over4,631 (42.0%)6,917 (44.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Colorado Springs

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Colorado Springs: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years92 (0.6%)40 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years151 (0.4%)271 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years1,295 (2.1%)844 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years3,596 (4.4%)2,122 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,358 (12.9%)1,438 (6.6%)
75 Years and over2,743 (24.9%)2,872 (18.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Colorado Springs: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years53 (0.4%)90 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years265 (0.7%)575 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,111 (1.8%)1,196 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years1,786 (2.2%)2,468 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years733 (4.0%)639 (2.9%)
75 Years and over717 (6.5%)1,478 (9.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Colorado Springs: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2,758 (6.9%)1,862 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years4,711 (7.5%)3,840 (6.3%)
35 to 64 Years4,022 (4.9%)4,839 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years601 (3.3%)787 (3.6%)
75 Years and over1,281 (11.6%)1,517 (9.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Colorado Springs: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years253 (0.6%)242 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years808 (1.3%)971 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years4,402 (5.3%)5,544 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,929 (10.6%)2,626 (12.0%)
75 Years and over2,844 (25.8%)4,387 (28.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Colorado Springs: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years775 (1.9%)778 (2.1%)
18 to 34 Years528 (0.8%)413 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,311 (1.6%)1,730 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years397 (2.2%)527 (2.4%)
75 Years and over1,006 (9.1%)1,228 (7.9%)

Technology Access in Colorado Springs

Computing Device Access in Colorado Springs

Computing Device Access in Colorado Springs
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop168,30587.1%
Smartphone177,62692.0%
Tablet135,51770.2%
No Computing Device6,6433.4%
Total193,149100.0%

Internet Access in Colorado Springs

Internet Access in Colorado Springs
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet3450.2%
Broadband Home159,74582.7%
Cellular Data Only15,8698.2%
Satellite Internet11,0025.7%
No Internet12,6146.5%
Total193,149100.0%

Colorado Springs Summary

Colorado Springs is a city located in the state of Colorado in the United States. It is the second most populous city in the state, with a population of 439,886 as of the 2019 census. Colorado Springs is situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains, and is known for its stunning views of the mountains and its many outdoor activities.

History

The area that is now Colorado Springs was first inhabited by the Ute people, who lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of European settlers. The first Europeans to settle in the area were the Spanish, who established a fort in the area in 1806. The fort was abandoned in 1820, and the area was later settled by American settlers in the mid-1800s.
The city of Colorado Springs was founded in 1871 by General William Jackson Palmer, a Civil War veteran and railroad magnate. He envisioned the city as a resort destination, and it quickly became a popular destination for tourists. The city was incorporated in 1872, and it quickly grew in size and population.

Geography

Colorado Springs is located in the eastern part of the state of Colorado, at the base of the Rocky Mountains. The city is situated at an elevation of 6,035 feet (1,839 m) above sea level, making it one of the highest cities in the United States. The city is surrounded by mountains, including Pikes Peak, which is the highest summit of the Rocky Mountains.
The city has a total area of 194.7 square miles (503.3 km2), of which 194.3 square miles (503.0 km2) is land and 0.4 square miles (1.3 km2) is water. The city is located in El Paso County, and is bordered by the cities of Manitou Springs, Fountain, and Monument.

Economy

Colorado Springs is a major economic center in the state of Colorado. The city is home to a number of major employers, including the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Olympic Committee, and the United States Space Command. The city is also home to a number of technology companies, including Hewlett Packard, Intel, and Lockheed Martin.
The city's economy is also supported by tourism, as it is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and skiing. The city is also home to a number of attractions, including the Garden of the Gods, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and the United States Air Force Academy.

Demographics

As of the 2019 census, the population of Colorado Springs was 439,886. The city has a population density of 2,258 people per square mile (873/km2). The racial makeup of the city is 79.2% White, 8.3% African American, 4.2% Asian, 0.7% Native American, and 6.6% from other races.
The median household income in Colorado Springs is $60,945, and the median family income is $72,945. The city has a poverty rate of 11.3%, and the unemployment rate is 3.7%. The city has a large military presence, with over 20,000 active duty military personnel living in the city.

Conclusion

Colorado Springs is a vibrant city located in the state of Colorado. It is situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains, and is known for its stunning views of the mountains and its many outdoor activities. The city has a long and rich history, and is home to a number of major employers and attractions. The city has a population of 439,886, and has a diverse economy supported by tourism, technology, and the military. Colorado Springs is a great place to live, work, and play.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Colorado Springs?
Per Capita income in Colorado Springs is $41,849.
What is the Median Family Income in Colorado Springs?
Median Family Income in Colorado Springs is $95,492.
What is the Median Household income in Colorado Springs?
Median Household Income in Colorado Springs is $79,026.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Colorado Springs?
Income or Wage Gap in Colorado Springs is 27.3%.
Women in Colorado Springs earn 72.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Colorado Springs?
Family Income Deficit in Colorado Springs is $11,904.
Families that are below poverty line in Colorado Springs earn $11,904 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Colorado Springs?
Inequality or Gini Index in Colorado Springs is 0.44.
What is the Total Population of Colorado Springs?
Total Population of Colorado Springs is 479,612.
What is the Total Male Population of Colorado Springs?
Total Male Population of Colorado Springs is 240,854.
What is the Total Female Population of Colorado Springs?
Total Female Population of Colorado Springs is 238,758.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Colorado Springs?
There are 100.88 Males per 100 Females in Colorado Springs.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Colorado Springs?
There are 99.13 Females per 100 Males in Colorado Springs.
What is the Median Population Age in Colorado Springs?
Median Population Age in Colorado Springs is 35.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Colorado Springs
Average Family Size in Colorado Springs is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Colorado Springs
Average Household Size in Colorado Springs is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Colorado Springs?
There are 262,650 People in the Labor Forcein in Colorado Springs.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Colorado Springs?
68.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Colorado Springs.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Colorado Springs?
Unemployment Rate in Colorado Springs is 5.6%.