Gunnison County, CO Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Gunnison County | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,617 | 5,847,426 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 5.4 | 56.2 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 1.11% | 1.14% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 38.8 | 35.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 7,903 | 2,319,504 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Gunnison County grew by 15.0% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 17,158 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Gunnison County has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Gunnison County | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $77,074 | $93,055 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 6.22% | 5.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% | 4.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Gunnison County is about 17% lower than in Colorado.
Housing
| Metric | Gunnison County | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $705,882 | $480,058 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,190 | $1,692 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 66.9% | 66.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Gunnison County is about 49.4 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,190 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Gunnison County spend about 27 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 112 hours, about 4.7 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Gunnison County | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 13.5 | 22.2 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 27.0 | 44.3 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 112 | 185 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $3,483 | $5,727 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 13.2% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 1,634 | 8,183 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 254 | 1,277 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Colorado:
Hinsdale County (6.4 min), Rio Blanco County (7.7 min), Prowers County (8.0 min).
Slowest:
Park County (42.2 min), Elbert County (42.2 min), Custer County (30.9 min).
The average commute time in Gunnison County is 13 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
Gunnison County has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Gunnison County | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 51.3% | 40.2% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.04 | 2.45 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Colorado:
Boulder County (0.5), Douglas County (0.4), Broomfield County (0.4).
Lowest:
Crowley County (0.2), Bent County (0.2), Lincoln County (0.2).
Health
Gunnison County has a health index of A, which means it is very healthy.
| Metric | Gunnison County | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.7 | 80.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 9.5% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 13.4% | 16.1% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Colorado:
Douglas County (0.9), Boulder County (0.8), Broomfield County (0.8).
Lowest:
Costilla County (0.8), Otero County (0.8), Bent County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gunnison County, Colorado.
What is the population of Gunnison County, Colorado?
The population of Gunnison County, Colorado is 17,617, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Gunnison County, Colorado?
The population density of Gunnison County, Colorado is 5.4 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Gunnison County, Colorado?
The median household income in Gunnison County, Colorado is $77,074, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Gunnison County, Colorado?
The median home price in Gunnison County, Colorado is $705,882, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Gunnison County, Colorado?
The unemployment rate in Gunnison County, Colorado is 3.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.