Commerce City, CO Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Commerce City | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 62,531 | 5,847,426 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1692.2 | 56.2 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 3.61% | 1.14% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 32.9 | 35.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 21,003 | 2,319,504 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Commerce City grew by 66.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 64,297 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Commerce City has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Commerce City | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $103,447 | $93,055 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 7.23% | 5.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | 4.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Commerce City is about 11% higher than in Colorado.
Housing
| Metric | Commerce City | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $480,621 | $480,058 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,604 | $1,692 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 77.2% | 66.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Commerce City is about 25.0 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,604 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 06:00 AM – 06:29 AM .
| Metric | Commerce City | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 30.1 | 22.2 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 14.1% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Commerce City is 30 minutes, longer than the 22 minutes in Colorado.
Education & Households
Commerce City has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Commerce City | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 21.4% | 40.2% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 3.04 | 2.45 | 2.54 |
Health
Commerce City has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Commerce City | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 77.1 | 80.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 15.3% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 17.2% | 16.1% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Commerce City, Colorado.
What is the population of Commerce City, Colorado?
The population of Commerce City, Colorado is 62,531, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Commerce City, Colorado?
The population density of Commerce City, Colorado is 1692.2 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Commerce City, Colorado?
The median household income in Commerce City, Colorado is $103,447, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Commerce City, Colorado?
The median home price in Commerce City, Colorado is $480,621, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Commerce City, Colorado?
The unemployment rate in Commerce City, Colorado is 4.2%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.