Pueblo West

CO

Pueblo County, Colorado

Population 169K |Median income $64,010 |3 hospitals

Population
169,356
Pueblo County
Median Income
$64,010
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$291,300
+28% vs avg
Median Age
40.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
169K+6%
Median Income
$64,010+53%
Median Home Value
$291,300+110%
Poverty Rate
14.6%-24%
Unemployment
4.7%-59%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Poverty Rate
14.6% +3% vs avg
Unemployment 4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 25.6%
Work From Home 8.6%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 71.8%
African American 2.1%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.7%
High Blood Pressure
32.2%
Obesity
32.1%
Physical Inactivity
26.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
16.3%
Binge Drinking
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Current Smoking
13.9%
Diabetes
12.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 59.1%
Annual Checkup 72.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.9%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
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1
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1
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Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
ST MARY-CORWIN HOSPITAL
PUEBLO · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆
PARKVIEW MEDICAL CENTER, INC
PUEBLO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Pueblo West 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 · 34m 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 Pueblo West, CO? ▼
Pueblo West, CO has a population of 169,356 people, located in Pueblo County, Colorado.
What is the median household income in Pueblo West? ▼
The median household income in Pueblo West, CO is $64,010 per year. The poverty rate is 14.6%.
What is the median home value in Pueblo West? ▼
The median home value in Pueblo West, CO is $291,300. Median rent is $1,111/month.
What are the top health concerns in Pueblo West? ▼
The top health indicators in Pueblo West include Short Sleep Duration (36.7%), High Blood Pressure (32.2%), Obesity (32.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Pueblo West? ▼
Pueblo West has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Pueblo West? ▼
The median age in Pueblo West, CO is 40.4 years. 25.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Pueblo West, CO is located in Pueblo County, Colorado. With a population of 169K and a median household income of $64,010, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Pueblo West area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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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 (Pueblo 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.