Colorado State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in Colorado
Meet the key players in Colorado's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Colorado.
Jared PolisGovernorDemocraticThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Jena GriswoldSecretary of StateDemocraticOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Julie McCluskieSpeaker of the HouseDemocraticLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Colorado Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Colorado sends 2 Senators and 8 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 8 seats are up for election in 2026.
Michael BennetU.S. SenateDemocratic
John HickenlooperU.S. SenateDemocratic
Diana DeGetteU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 1DemocraticWon 2024 with 76.5%Up in 2026
Joe NeguseU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 2DemocraticWon 2024 with 68.4%Up in 2026
Jeff HurdU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 3RepublicanWon 2024 with 50.8%Up in 2026
Lauren BoebertU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 53.6%Up in 2026
Jeff CrankU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 5RepublicanWon 2024 with 54.7%Up in 2026
Jason CrowU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 6DemocraticWon 2024 with 59.0%Up in 2026
Brittany PettersenU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 7DemocraticWon 2024 with 55.3%Up in 2026
Gabe EvansU.S. House • Colorado U.S. House Colorado District 8RepublicanWon 2024 with 49.0%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for Colorado. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
5.8 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
37.5 years
1.2 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$92,470
$13,932 above national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
44.7%
9.7% above national avg
HS diploma or higher: 92.8%
Poverty Rate
9.4%
3.0% below national avg
Uninsured: 7.7%
Broadband Access
92.8% of households
3.1% above national avg
What is the total population of Colorado?
Colorado has 5.8 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Colorado?
The median age in Colorado is 37.5 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Colorado?
The median household income in Colorado is $92,470. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Colorado have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Colorado, 92.8% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 44.7% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Colorado?
In Colorado, the poverty rate is 9.4% and the uninsured rate is 7.7%.
How many households in Colorado have broadband?
In Colorado, broadband access is 92.8% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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Colorado Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Colorado (2020)?
Colorado has 5.8 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Colorado?
The median age in Colorado is 37.5 years.
What is the median household income in Colorado?
The median household income in Colorado is $92,470.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Colorado?
In Colorado, the poverty rate is 9.4% and the uninsured rate is 7.7%.
How many households in Colorado have broadband?
In Colorado, broadband access is 92.8% of households.
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