Sterling

CO

Logan County, Colorado

Population 21K |Median income $51,829 |1 hospital

Population
20,892
Logan County
Median Income
$51,829
-24% vs avg
Median Home Value
$245,300
+8% vs avg
Median Age
39.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
21K-8%
Median Income
$51,829+28%
Median Home Value
$245,300+105%
Poverty Rate
15.8%-10%
Unemployment
5.4%-50%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,013/mo
Poverty Rate
15.8% +11% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.1%
Work From Home 8.9%
Public Transit 2.1%

Population

White 81.8%
African American 3.6%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
33.7%
High Blood Pressure
33.6%
Obesity
29.7%
Physical Inactivity
23.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.1%
Binge Drinking
16.8%
Current Smoking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
14.7%
Current Asthma
11.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 56.8%
Annual Checkup 70.5%

Other Measures

Diabetes
11.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
4%

Alerts & News — Sterling 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 Sterling, CO? ▼
Sterling, CO has a population of 20,892 people, located in Logan County, Colorado.
What is the median household income in Sterling? ▼
The median household income in Sterling, CO is $51,829 per year. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
What is the median home value in Sterling? ▼
The median home value in Sterling, CO is $245,300. Median rent is $1,013/month.
What are the top health concerns in Sterling? ▼
The top health indicators in Sterling include Short Sleep Duration (33.7%), High Blood Pressure (33.6%), Obesity (29.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Sterling? ▼
Sterling has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Sterling? ▼
The median age in Sterling, CO is 39.2 years. 20.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Sterling, CO is located in Logan County, Colorado. With a population of 21K and a median household income of $51,829, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Sterling 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 (Logan 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.