Canon City

CO

Fremont County, Colorado

Population 50K |Median income $62,664 |1 hospital

Population
49,634
Fremont County
Median Income
$62,664
-8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$324,000
+42% vs avg
Median Age
44.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
50K+6%
Median Income
$62,664+57%
Median Home Value
$324,000+103%
Poverty Rate
13.3%-24%
Unemployment
4.2%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Poverty Rate
13.3% -6% vs avg
Unemployment 4.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 22%
Work From Home 13.7%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 84.2%
African American 3.4%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
33.9%
High Blood Pressure
32.6%
Obesity
30.6%
Physical Inactivity
22.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.9%
Binge Drinking
16.8%
Current Smoking
15.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
13.4%
Diabetes
11.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.9%
Dental Visit 57.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
ST THOMAS MORE HOSPITAL
CANON CITY · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Canon City Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Canon City, CO? ▼
Canon City, CO has a population of 49,634 people, located in Fremont County, Colorado.
What is the median household income in Canon City? ▼
The median household income in Canon City, CO is $62,664 per year. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
What is the median home value in Canon City? ▼
The median home value in Canon City, CO is $324,000. Median rent is $1,070/month.
What are the top health concerns in Canon City? ▼
The top health indicators in Canon City include Short Sleep Duration (33.9%), High Blood Pressure (32.6%), Obesity (30.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Canon City? ▼
Canon City has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Canon City? ▼
The median age in Canon City, CO is 44.7 years. 22% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Canon City, CO is located in Fremont County, Colorado. With a population of 50K and a median household income of $62,664, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Canon City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Fremont County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.