Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.9% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,222 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,882 (23.6%) |
| Some College | 5,046 (12%) |
| Associates | 6,195 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 4,202 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,368 (36.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,052 ▲ 19% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $585,554 ▲ 110% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,670/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 26,956 |
| Vacant Units | 1,797 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Garfield County is located in Colorado and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 67,236 residents. With a median age of 37.69, it is a relatively young county.
Garfield County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $91,051 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.8% is near the national average.
Housing in Garfield County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $585,554 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,669. Homeownership rates are high at 70.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Garfield County are majority White (63.29%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Garfield County, CO is a middle-income area in Colorado. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81623 | Carbondale | 16,349 | $98,549 | $835,000 | $2,094 | 2.3% | 61.4% |
| 81601 | Glenwood Springs | 16,268 | $103,632 | $726,000 | $1,812 | 3.8% | 54.2% |
| 81647 | New Castle | 7,037 | $80,139 | $470,000 | $1,581 | 2.9% | 41.9% |
| 81635 | Parachute | 7,155 | $68,865 | $251,900 | $998 | 5.7% | 32.3% |
| 81650 | Rifle | 14,071 | $81,506 | $397,100 | $1,236 | 3.8% | 29.8% |
| 81652 | Silt | 6,356 | $97,760 | $505,200 | $2,030 | 1.8% | 40.5% |