Fort Collins, 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 | Fort Collins | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 156,071 | 5,847,426 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 2667.9 | 56.2 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.83% | 1.14% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 30.8 | 35.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 65,737 | 2,319,504 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Fort Collins grew by 25.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 155,576 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Fort Collins has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Fort Collins | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $80,804 | $93,055 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.58% | 5.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.1% | 4.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Fort Collins is about 13% lower than in Colorado.
Housing
| Metric | Fort Collins | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $398,158 | $480,058 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,651 | $1,692 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 50.7% | 66.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Fort Collins is about 20.1 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,651 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Fort Collins spend about 34 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 142 hours, about 5.9 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Fort Collins | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 17.0 | 22.2 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 34.0 | 44.3 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 142 | 185 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $4,395 | $5,727 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 19.1% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 13,666 | 8,183 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 2,771 | 1,277 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Fort Collins is 17 minutes, shorter than the 22 minutes in Colorado.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Fort Collins has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Fort Collins | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 46.2% | 40.2% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.24 | 2.45 | 2.54 |
Health
Fort Collins has a health index of A, which means it is very healthy.
| Metric | Fort Collins | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.0 | 80.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 9.3% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 12.9% | 16.1% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Collins, Colorado.
What is the population of Fort Collins, Colorado?
The population of Fort Collins, Colorado is 156,071, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Fort Collins, Colorado?
The population density of Fort Collins, Colorado is 2667.9 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Fort Collins, Colorado?
The median household income in Fort Collins, Colorado is $80,804, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Fort Collins, Colorado?
The median home price in Fort Collins, Colorado is $398,158, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Fort Collins, Colorado?
The unemployment rate in Fort Collins, Colorado is 5.1%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.