Fort Morgan

CO

Morgan County, Colorado

Population 30K |Median income $73,278 |2 hospitals

Population
29,520
Morgan County
Median Income
$73,278
+8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$338,600
+49% vs avg
Median Age
37.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
30K+4%
Median Income
$73,278+67%
Median Home Value
$338,600+147%
Poverty Rate
14.3%+8%
Unemployment
5.3%-17%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,025/mo
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 17.8%
Work From Home 8.6%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 63.8%
African American 2%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
32.2%
Obesity
32.1%
High Blood Pressure
31.6%
Physical Inactivity
23.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
17.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.7%
Current Smoking
13.8%
Current Asthma
11.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 70.3%
Dental Visit 58.4%

Other Measures

Diabetes
10.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.5%

Alerts & News — Fort Morgan 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 · 36m 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 Fort Morgan, CO? ▼
Fort Morgan, CO has a population of 29,520 people, located in Morgan County, Colorado.
What is the median household income in Fort Morgan? ▼
The median household income in Fort Morgan, CO is $73,278 per year. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
What is the median home value in Fort Morgan? ▼
The median home value in Fort Morgan, CO is $338,600. Median rent is $1,025/month.
What are the top health concerns in Fort Morgan? ▼
The top health indicators in Fort Morgan include Short Sleep Duration (32.2%), Obesity (32.1%), High Blood Pressure (31.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Fort Morgan? ▼
Fort Morgan has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Fort Morgan? ▼
The median age in Fort Morgan, CO is 37.5 years. 17.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fort Morgan, CO is located in Morgan County, Colorado. With a population of 30K and a median household income of $73,278, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Fort Morgan 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 (Morgan 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.