Glenwood Springs CCD, Colorado
Glenwood Springs CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Glenwood Springs CCD is a geographic entity located in Garfield County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,550. The land area covers 797.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,550 | ±971 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,540 | ±404 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 11,517 | ±394 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,540 | ±404 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 977 | ±246 |
| Median Home Value | $848,700 | ±$44,605 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,978 | ±$166 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $108,510 | ±$6,595 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,837 | ±$3,160 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,928 | ±471 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,181 | ±830 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.3% | ±2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 63,167 (2024)
ID: 161313
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
108 8TH ST, SUITE 101, GLENWOOD SPRINGS CO 81601
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GYPSUM, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO | |
| 2 Nearby | 2-13 | GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Colorado Mountain College
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College | 13.0 mi away | 802 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs, CO, 81601-0233 |
8006218559
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GLENWOOD SPRINGS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 815 COOPER AVENUE, GLENWOOD, CO, 81601 |
(970) 945-5958
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GYPSUM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 47 LUNDGREN BLVD, GYPSUM, CO, 81637 |
(970) 524-5080
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NEW CASTLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 402 WEST MAIN STREET, NEW CASTLE, CO, 81647 |
(970) 984-2347
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EAGLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 600 BROADWAY, EAGLE, CO, 81631 |
(970) 328-8800
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CARBONDALE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 320 SOPRIS AVENUE, CARBONDALE, CO, 81623 |
(970) 963-2889
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SHOSHONE, CO US, located 10.5 miles from Glenwood Springs CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.5° | 14.8° | 25.2° | 1.66" | — |
| February | 42.5° | 20.4° | 31.5° | 1.59" | — |
| March | 53.4° | 28.1° | 40.8° | 1.33" | — |
| April | 61.5° | 35.1° | 48.3° | 2.34" | — |
| May | 71.2° | 43.7° | 57.5° | 2.10" | — |
| June | 83.2° | 51.2° | 67.2° | 0.99" | — |
| July | 89.2° | 59.3° | 74.3° | 1.03" | — |
| August | 86.6° | 57.8° | 72.2° | 1.52" | — |
| September | 79.2° | 50.3° | 64.8° | 2.17" | — |
| October | 65.1° | 38.0° | 51.6° | 2.08" | — |
| November | 48.8° | 27.1° | 38.0° | 1.74" | — |
| December | 35.8° | 15.7° | 25.8° | 1.48" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbonate town | Town | 5.9 mi | — |
| Dotsero CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| No Name CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Glenwood Springs city | City | 13.4 mi | — |
| Chacra CDP | CDP | 15.4 mi | — |
| Gypsum town | Town | 16.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0804591520. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.