Westminster

CO

Adams County, Colorado

Population 530K |Median income $94,571 |6 hospitals

Population
530,225
Adams County
Median Income
$94,571
+39% vs avg
Median Home Value
$484,200
+113% vs avg
Median Age
34.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
530K+17%
Median Income
$94,571+68%
Median Home Value
$484,200+159%
Poverty Rate
9.8%-31%
Unemployment
4.6%-54%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Poverty Rate
9.8% -31% vs avg
Unemployment 4.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29%
Work From Home 15.2%
Public Transit 1.8%

Population

White 55%
Asian 3.9%
African American 3.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
Obesity
33.2%
High Blood Pressure
27.3%
Physical Inactivity
22.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
17.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.1%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Current Smoking
13.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.5%
Current Asthma
11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 70.1%
Dental Visit 57.2%

Other Measures

Diabetes
9.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
4.7%
Stroke
2.6%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3.8/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
4
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
AURORA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
AURORA · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH PLATTE VALLEY HOSPITAL
BRIGHTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
HCA HEALTHONE MOUNTAIN RIDGE
THORNTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Westminster 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
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 Westminster, CO? ▼
Westminster, CO has a population of 530,225 people, located in Adams County, Colorado.
What is the median household income in Westminster? ▼
The median household income in Westminster, CO is $94,571 per year. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
What is the median home value in Westminster? ▼
The median home value in Westminster, CO is $484,200. Median rent is $1,781/month.
What are the top health concerns in Westminster? ▼
The top health indicators in Westminster include Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), Obesity (33.2%), High Blood Pressure (27.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Westminster? ▼
Westminster has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Westminster? ▼
The median age in Westminster, CO is 34.8 years. 29% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Westminster, CO is located in Adams County, Colorado. With a population of 530K and a median household income of $94,571, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Westminster 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 (Adams 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.