Denver

CO

Denver County, Colorado

Population 719K |Median income $94,718 |7 hospitals

Population

718,877

Denver County

Median Income

$94,718

+39% vs avg

Median Home Value

$616,000

+170% vs avg

Median Age

35.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

719K+16%

Median Income

$94,718+88%

Median Home Value

$616,000+147%

Poverty Rate

11.2%-41%

Unemployment

4.9%-44%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,831/mo

Poverty Rate

11.2% -21% vs avg

Unemployment 4.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 56.5%

Work From Home 27.3%

Public Transit 3.8%

Population

White 59.3%

African American 9%

Asian 3.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

29.2%

Binge Drinking

25.6%

High Blood Pressure

21.7%

Obesity

21.6%

Physical Inactivity

17%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.2%

Lack of Health Insurance

12.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

10.8%

Current Smoking

10.3%

Current Asthma

10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 69.6%

Dental Visit 61%

Other Measures

Diabetes

7.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

4.1%

Stroke

2.3%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution

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3

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Average Rating

3.6/5

Total Hospitals

7

With ER

5

SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL

DENVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★★

AdventHealth Porter

DENVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

DENVER HEALTH & HOSPITAL AUTHORITY

DENVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

HCA HEALTHONE PRESBYTERIAN ST LUKES

DENVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

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HCA HEALTHONE ROSE

DENVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Denver Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

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

NSW RFS · 33m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m ago

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

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

Weather Warnings

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

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Denver, CO? ▼

Denver, CO has a population of 718,877 people, located in Denver County, Colorado.

What is the median household income in Denver? ▼

The median household income in Denver, CO is $94,718 per year. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

What is the median home value in Denver? ▼

The median home value in Denver, CO is $616,000. Median rent is $1,831/month.

What are the top health concerns in Denver? ▼

The top health indicators in Denver include Short Sleep Duration (29.2%), Binge Drinking (25.6%), High Blood Pressure (21.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Denver? ▼

Denver has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.6/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Denver? ▼

The median age in Denver, CO is 35.3 years. 56.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Denver, CO is located in Denver County, Colorado. With a population of 719K and a median household income of $94,718, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and binge drinking. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.6/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Denver area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

Berkley, CO 11K Wheat Ridge, CO 31K Commerce City, CO 54K Lakewood, CO 153K Englewood, CO 33K Sherrelwood, CO 18K Welby, CO 15K Arvada, CO 115K

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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 (Denver 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.