Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.5% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 154 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,201 (31.6%) |
| Some College | 7,786 (21.9%) |
| Associates | 5,514 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,932 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,893 (22.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,106 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $280,993 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,018/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,481 |
| Vacant Units | 2,754 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fremont County is located in Colorado and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 49,450 residents. With a median age of 44.54, it is a middle-aged county.
Fremont County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,106 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Fremont County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $280,993 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,017. Homeownership rates are high at 75.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Fremont County are primarily White (78.49%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Fremont County, CO is a solidly middle-class area in Colorado. The 11 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81212 | Canon City | 32,355 | $63,545 | $286,300 | $1,063 | 4.7% | 31.5% |
| 81221 | Coal Creek | 360 | $41,000 | $205,300 | $1,125 | 11.9% | 20.4% |
| 81223 | Cotopaxi | 2,175 | $46,587 | $322,800 | — | 2.5% | 37.5% |
| 81226 | Florence | 7,933 | $59,450 | $240,700 | $726 | 1.9% | 21.8% |
| 81233 | Howard | 1,159 | $57,664 | $386,500 | $488 | 0.0% | 23.9% |
| 81240 | Penrose | 4,533 | $79,514 | $282,300 | $1,364 | 7.3% | 36.9% |
| 81244 | Rockvale | 659 | $48,875 | $191,400 | $797 | 4.3% | 34.2% |