Thornton, 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 | Thornton | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 140,074 | 5,847,426 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 3634.8 | 56.2 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.94% | 1.14% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 32.4 | 35.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 46,904 | 2,319,504 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Thornton grew by 28.3% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 135,605 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Thornton has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Thornton | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $96,597 | $93,055 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.00% | 5.76% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2% | 4.4% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Thornton is about 4% higher than in Colorado.
Housing
| Metric | Thornton | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $448,304 | $480,058 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,832 | $1,692 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 72.1% | 66.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Thornton is about 20.4 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,832 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 06:30 AM – 06:59 AM .
| Metric | Thornton | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 28.9 | 22.2 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 13.1% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Thornton is 29 minutes, longer than the 22 minutes in Colorado.
Education & Households
Thornton has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Thornton | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.9% | 40.2% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.88 | 2.45 | 2.54 |
Health
Thornton has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Thornton | Colorado Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 78.7 | 80.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 11.4% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 15.1% | 16.1% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thornton, Colorado.
What is the population of Thornton, Colorado?
The population of Thornton, Colorado is 140,074, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Thornton, Colorado?
The population density of Thornton, Colorado is 3634.8 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Thornton, Colorado?
The median household income in Thornton, Colorado is $96,597, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Thornton, Colorado?
The median home price in Thornton, Colorado is $448,304, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Thornton, Colorado?
The unemployment rate in Thornton, Colorado is 4.2%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.