Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 25.3% ▲ 153% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 19 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,014 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 1,059 (31.2%) |
| Associates | 404 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 352 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 542 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,080 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,129 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $860/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,041 |
| Vacant Units | 288 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bent County is located in Colorado and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,293 residents. With a median age of 41.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Bent County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,079 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.1%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 25.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Bent County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $130,129 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $860. Homeownership rates are high at 64.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bent County are majority White (53.6%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Bent County, CO is a working-class area in Colorado. The 4 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.