Mineral County, Colorado
CO · FIPS 08079 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 729 | — | #3,206 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $56,250 | -25.1% | #2,394 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 56.4 years | +45.0% | #40 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $430,500 | +52.7% | #227 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $928 | -20.2% | #1,285 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% | -20.5% | #794 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Mineral County has a population of 729, making it the #3,206 most populous county in the US. The median age is 56.4 years, which is 45.0% above the national median.
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The median household income in Mineral County is $56,250, ranking #2,394 out of 3,222 counties — 25.1% below the national median. The poverty rate is 10.0% and unemployment stands at 9.0%.
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The median home value in Mineral County is $430,500 (+52.7% vs national). Renters pay a median of $928/mo and the homeownership rate is 69.7%.
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87.1% of residents in Mineral County have health insurance coverage, which is 5.0% below the national rate.
About Mineral County, Colorado
Mineral County, Colorado has a total population of 729, making it the 3,206th most populous county in the United States. The median age in Mineral County is 56.4 years, which is 45.0% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Mineral County is $56,250, which ranks #2,394 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 25.1% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 10.0%, lower than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0%.
The median home value in Mineral County is $430,500, 52.7% above the national median. Renters in Mineral County pay a median gross rent of $928 per month. The homeownership rate is 69.7%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Mineral County, 51.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53.4% above the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 87.1% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 14.6 min.
Mineral County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 85.3% of the population, followed by Two or More Races (7.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (6.3%).
All data for Mineral County, Colorado comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.