Erie, 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 | Erie | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,310 | 5,847,426 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1133.3 | 56.2 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 4.92% | 1.14% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 37.7 | 35.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 8,291 | 2,319,504 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Erie grew by 119.9% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 23,475 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Erie has a the economy index of A+, which means it is exceptionally prosperous.
| Metric | Erie | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $162,343 | $93,055 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 6.52% | 5.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% | 4.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Erie is about 74% higher than in Colorado.
Housing
| Metric | Erie | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $621,490 | $480,058 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $2,631 | $1,692 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 85.9% | 66.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Erie is about 19.7 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $2,631 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:30 AM – 07:59 AM , followed by 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM .
| Metric | Erie | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 25.8 | 22.2 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 31.0% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Erie is 26 minutes, longer than the 22 minutes in Colorado.
Education & Households
Erie has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Erie | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 58.3% | 40.2% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.82 | 2.45 | 2.54 |
Health
Erie has a health index of A+, which means it is exceptionally healthy.
| Metric | Erie | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 83.0 | 80.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 7.7% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 10.8% | 16.1% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Erie, Colorado.
What is the population of Erie, Colorado?
The population of Erie, Colorado is 24,310, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Erie, Colorado?
The population density of Erie, Colorado is 1133.3 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Erie, Colorado?
The median household income in Erie, Colorado is $162,343, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Erie, Colorado?
The median home price in Erie, Colorado is $621,490, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Erie, Colorado?
The unemployment rate in Erie, Colorado is 3.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.