Broomfield County, CO

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Broomfield County Overview

73,946
TOTAL POPULATION
37,204
MALE POPULATION
36,742
FEMALE POPULATION
101.26
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.76
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$60,862
PER CAPITA INCOME
$154,023
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$117,541
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,443
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
43,320
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Broomfield County Area Codes

Race in Broomfield County

The most populous races in Broomfield County are White / Caucasian (60,019 | 81.2%), Hispanic or Latino (9,747 | 13.2%), and Two or more Races (5,966 | 8.1%).
Race in Broomfield County
Race# Population% Population
Asian5,1567.0%
Black / African American9841.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino9,74713.2%
Native / Alaskan2300.3%
White / Caucasian60,01981.2%
Two or more Races5,9668.1%
Some other Race1,5912.1%
Total73,946100.0%

Ancestry in Broomfield County

The most populous ancestries reported in Broomfield County are German (14,943 | 20.2%), English (9,961 | 13.5%), Irish (8,795 | 11.9%), Mexican (7,139 | 9.7%), and Italian (4,356 | 5.9%), together accounting for 61.1% of all Broomfield County residents.
Ancestry in Broomfield County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1440.2%
Albanian220.0%
American2,6653.6%
Apache340.1%
Arab5690.8%
Argentinean1410.2%
Armenian260.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac340.1%
Australian600.1%
Austrian2160.3%
Bangladeshi1150.2%
Basque80.0%
Belgian810.1%
Bhutanese3650.5%
Blackfeet710.1%
Brazilian210.0%
British1,0821.5%
Bulgarian420.1%
Burmese4270.6%
Cajun20.0%
Cambodian250.0%
Canadian1730.2%
Celtic180.0%
Central American2280.3%
Central American Indian470.1%
Cherokee1160.2%
Cheyenne30.0%
Chilean740.1%
Choctaw120.0%
Colombian460.1%
Costa Rican940.1%
Creek140.0%
Croatian1780.2%
Cuban2610.4%
Czech5030.7%
Czechoslovakian720.1%
Danish8101.1%
Dominican670.1%
Dutch1,3061.8%
Eastern European3820.5%
Ecuadorian310.0%
Egyptian800.1%
English9,96113.5%
Ethiopian10.0%
European2,8133.8%
Filipino20.0%
Finnish3030.4%
French2,4613.3%
French Canadian5890.8%
German14,94320.2%
Greek3660.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro60.0%
Guatemalan520.1%
Honduran70.0%
Hungarian3630.5%
Icelander70.0%
Indian (Asian)1,6002.2%
Iranian1240.2%
Iraqi690.1%
Irish8,79511.9%
Iroquois550.1%
Israeli1090.2%
Italian4,3565.9%
Jamaican430.1%
Japanese690.1%
Jordanian210.0%
Korean8821.2%
Latvian90.0%
Lebanese1760.2%
Lithuanian3730.5%
Luxembourger130.0%
Malaysian540.1%
Menominee50.0%
Mexican7,1399.7%
Mexican American Indian290.0%
Mongolian510.1%
Moroccan150.0%
Native Hawaiian420.1%
Navajo1520.2%
New Zealander870.1%
Nicaraguan70.0%
Northern European2660.4%
Norwegian1,6662.2%
Pakistani870.1%
Palestinian610.1%
Pennsylvania German90.0%
Peruvian690.1%
Polish2,7753.7%
Portuguese1680.2%
Potawatomi290.0%
Pueblo110.0%
Puerto Rican3950.5%
Romanian830.1%
Russian7271.0%
Salvadoran680.1%
Scandinavian6650.9%
Scotch-Irish7281.0%
Scottish1,8062.4%
Serbian220.0%
Sioux2030.3%
Slavic240.0%
Slovak1420.2%
Slovene870.1%
South African80.0%
South American3650.5%
South American Indian70.0%
Spaniard3990.5%
Spanish4520.6%
Spanish American870.1%
Sri Lankan9471.3%
Subsaharan African1930.3%
Sudanese400.1%
Swedish1,7952.4%
Swiss3970.5%
Syrian590.1%
Thai1,5772.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian100.0%
Turkish490.1%
Ukrainian2000.3%
Ute210.0%
Venezuelan40.0%
Vietnamese50.0%
Welsh5170.7%
Yugoslavian530.1%
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Immigrants in Broomfield County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Broomfield County came from Asia (3,681 | 5.0%), Latin America (2,193 | 3.0%), Central America (1,893 | 2.6%), Mexico (1,678 | 2.3%), and South Central Asia (1,376 | 1.9%), together accounting for 14.6% of all Broomfield County residents.
Immigrants in Broomfield County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2550.3%
Argentina710.1%
Asia3,6815.0%
Australia1130.2%
Austria260.0%
Bangladesh50.0%
Belarus290.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina900.1%
Brazil380.1%
Bulgaria360.1%
Cambodia460.1%
Canada3050.4%
Caribbean1090.2%
Central America1,8932.6%
Chile600.1%
China7431.0%
Costa Rica640.1%
Croatia270.0%
Cuba820.1%
Czechoslovakia260.0%
Denmark320.0%
Eastern Africa1110.2%
Eastern Asia1,0341.4%
Eastern Europe5650.8%
Ecuador60.0%
Egypt1000.1%
El Salvador70.0%
England600.1%
Ethiopia10.0%
Europe1,2731.7%
France510.1%
Germany2740.4%
Guatemala1270.2%
Hong Kong240.0%
Hungary280.0%
India9601.3%
Indonesia60.0%
Iran1330.2%
Iraq960.1%
Ireland150.0%
Italy780.1%
Jamaica270.0%
Japan600.1%
Jordan780.1%
Kenya310.0%
Korea2070.3%
Kuwait50.0%
Laos480.1%
Latin America2,1933.0%
Lebanon180.0%
Lithuania90.0%
Malaysia230.0%
Mexico1,6782.3%
Morocco80.0%
Nepal2000.3%
Northern Africa1180.2%
Northern Europe2320.3%
Oceania1750.2%
Pakistan670.1%
Panama170.0%
Peru120.0%
Philippines2990.4%
Poland1920.3%
Romania100.0%
Russia1010.1%
Saudi Arabia150.0%
Scotland300.0%
Singapore160.0%
South Africa190.0%
South America1910.3%
South Central Asia1,3761.9%
South Eastern Asia9221.3%
Southern Europe1090.2%
Spain310.0%
Sri Lanka110.0%
Sweden370.1%
Switzerland60.0%
Syria620.1%
Taiwan440.1%
Thailand630.1%
Turkey590.1%
Uganda150.0%
Ukraine170.0%
Venezuela40.0%
Vietnam4210.6%
Western Asia3420.5%
Western Europe3570.5%
Zimbabwe110.0%
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Sex and Age in Broomfield County

Sex and Age in Broomfield County

The most populous age groups in Broomfield County are 30 to 34 Years (3,111 | 8.4%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (2,890 | 7.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,792 (4.8%)1,717 (4.7%)
5 to 9 Years2,188 (5.9%)2,142 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years2,522 (6.8%)2,425 (6.6%)
15 to 19 Years2,478 (6.7%)2,259 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years2,188 (5.9%)2,109 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years2,997 (8.1%)2,792 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Years3,111 (8.4%)2,596 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Years2,787 (7.5%)2,404 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years2,752 (7.4%)2,890 (7.9%)
45 to 49 Years2,846 (7.6%)2,560 (7.0%)
50 to 54 Years2,508 (6.7%)2,385 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years2,382 (6.4%)2,189 (6.0%)
60 to 64 Years1,920 (5.2%)2,154 (5.9%)
65 to 69 Years1,488 (4.0%)1,961 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years1,493 (4.0%)1,598 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years728 (2.0%)863 (2.4%)
80 to 84 Years422 (1.1%)734 (2.0%)
85 Years and over602 (1.6%)964 (2.6%)
Total37,204 (100.0%)36,742 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Broomfield County

Median Family Size in Broomfield County

The median family size in Broomfield County is 3.02 persons per family, with married-couple families (15,955 | 84.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (986 | 5.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.62 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Broomfield County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple15,955 (84.2%)3.08
Single Male/Father986 (5.2%)2.62
Single Female/Mother2,012 (10.6%)2.77
Total Families18,953 (100.0%)3.02

Median Household Size in Broomfield County

The median household size in Broomfield County is 2.44 persons per household, with married-couple households (15,955 | 53.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (11,150 | 37.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Broomfield County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple15,955 (53.0%)3.12
Single Male/Father986 (3.3%)2.95
Single Female/Mother2,012 (6.7%)3.08
Non-family11,150 (37.0%)1.32
Total Households30,103 (100.0%)2.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Broomfield County

Out of a total of 30,103 households in Broomfield County, 18,953 (63.0%) are family households, while 11,150 (37.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 8,406, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 8,181.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Broomfield County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-8,181 (27.2%)
2-Person Households8,406 (27.9%)2,498 (8.3%)
3-Person Households3,983 (13.2%)395 (1.3%)
4-Person Households4,032 (13.4%)58 (0.2%)
5-Person Households1,737 (5.8%)18 (0.1%)
6-Person Households533 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households262 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total18,953 (63.0%)11,150 (37.0%)

Female Fertility in Broomfield County

Fertility by Age in Broomfield County

Average fertility rate in Broomfield County is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 51.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years321 (51.4%)43.0
35 to 50 years304 (48.6%)37.0
Total625 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Broomfield County

85.3% of women with births (625) in Broomfield County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 23.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 5.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Broomfield County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years245 (76.3%)76 (23.7%)
35 to 50 years288 (94.7%)16 (5.3%)
Total533 (85.3%)92 (14.7%)

Fertility by Education in Broomfield County

Average fertility rate in Broomfield County is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 49.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 34.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Broomfield County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School29 (4.6%)15.0
High School Diploma59 (9.4%)26.0
College or Associate's Degree134 (21.4%)36.0
Bachelor's Degree215 (34.4%)35.0
Graduate Degree188 (30.1%)49.0
Total625 (100.0%)35.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Broomfield County

14.7% of women with births in Broomfield County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 58.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Broomfield County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School18 (62.1%)11 (37.9%)
High School Diploma56 (94.9%)3 (5.1%)
College or Associate's Degree56 (41.8%)78 (58.2%)
Bachelor's Degree215 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree188 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (85.3%)92 (14.7%)

Income in Broomfield County

Income Overview in Broomfield County

Per Capita Income in Broomfield County is $60,862, while median incomes of families and households are $154,023 and $117,541 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income73,946$60,862
Median Family Income18,953$154,023
Mean Family Income18,953$177,831
Median Household Income30,103$117,541
Mean Household Income30,103$148,374
Income Deficit18,953$13,443
Wage / Income Gap (%)73,94634.06%
Wage / Income Gap ($)73,94665.94¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index73,9460.40

Earnings by Sex in Broomfield County

Average Earnings in Broomfield County are $60,743, $74,291 for men and $48,990 for women, a difference of 34.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Broomfield County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male24,358 (53.8%)$74,291
Female20,900 (46.2%)$48,990
Total45,258 (100.0%)$60,743

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Broomfield County

The most common earnings brackets in Broomfield County are $100,000+ for men (9,050 | 37.1%) and $100,000+ for women (3,731 | 17.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Broomfield County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less782 (3.2%)887 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999640 (2.6%)695 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499301 (1.2%)816 (3.9%)
$7,500 to $9,999230 (0.9%)472 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499462 (1.9%)574 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,999435 (1.8%)417 (2.0%)
$15,000 to $17,499172 (0.7%)448 (2.1%)
$17,500 to $19,999151 (0.6%)593 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $22,499381 (1.6%)262 (1.3%)
$22,500 to $24,999431 (1.8%)511 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999924 (3.8%)818 (3.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999691 (2.8%)1,059 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,032 (4.2%)1,095 (5.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999842 (3.5%)1,099 (5.3%)
$45,000 to $49,999897 (3.7%)824 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,080 (4.4%)661 (3.2%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,468 (6.0%)1,496 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,351 (5.6%)1,637 (7.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,038 (12.5%)2,805 (13.4%)
$100,000+9,050 (37.1%)3,731 (17.8%)
Total24,358 (100.0%)20,900 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Broomfield County

Average earnings in Broomfield County are $86,368 for men and $57,809 for women, a difference of 33.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $125,982, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $47,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $78,113, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Broomfield County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$47,250$28,750
High School Diploma$52,241$41,864
College or Associate's Degree$61,593$45,036
Bachelor's Degree$97,757$62,944
Graduate Degree$125,982$78,113
Total$86,368$57,809

Family Income in Broomfield County

Family Income Brackets in Broomfield County

According to the Broomfield County family income data, there are 5,838 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 76 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Broomfield County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001140.6%
$10,000 to $14,999760.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991710.9%
$25,000 to $34,9993031.6%
$35,000 to $49,9997393.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,7449.2%
$75,000 to $99,9992,02810.7%
$100,000 to $149,9994,03721.3%
$150,000 to $199,9993,90420.6%
$200,000+5,83830.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Broomfield County

5-person families (1,624 | 8.6%) account for the highest median family income in Broomfield County with $191,618 per family, while 2-person families (8,934 | 47.1%) have the highest median income of $62,998 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Broomfield County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families8,934 (47.1%)$125,996
3-Person Families3,842 (20.3%)$157,717
4-Person Families3,933 (20.7%)$187,795
5-Person Families1,624 (8.6%)$191,618
6-Person Families414 (2.2%)$189,672
7+ Person Families206 (1.1%)$127,639
Total18,953 (100.0%)$154,023

Family Income by Number of Earners in Broomfield County

The median family income in Broomfield County is $154,023, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,534) having the highest median family income of $205,682, while families with no earners (2,024) have the lowest median family income of $95,391, accounting for 13.4% and 10.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Broomfield County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2,024 (10.7%)$95,391
1 Earner4,973 (26.2%)$117,104
2 Earners9,422 (49.7%)$168,206
3+ Earners2,534 (13.4%)$205,682
Total18,953 (100.0%)$154,023

Household Income in Broomfield County

Household Income Brackets in Broomfield County

With 6,773 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Broomfield County, accounting for 22.5% of all households. In contrast, only 452 households (1.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Broomfield County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006022.0%
$10,000 to $14,9994521.5%
$15,000 to $24,9995421.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991,0543.5%
$35,000 to $49,9992,0176.7%
$50,000 to $74,9993,97413.2%
$75,000 to $99,9993,85312.8%
$100,000 to $149,9996,20120.6%
$150,000 to $199,9994,69615.6%
$200,000+6,77322.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Broomfield County

The median household income in Broomfield County is $117,541, with the highest median household income of $145,553 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 11,330 households (37.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $63,068, with 1,371 households (4.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Broomfield County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,371 (4.5%)$63,068
25 to 44 Years10,961 (36.4%)$126,860
45 to 64 Years11,330 (37.6%)$145,553
65+ Years6,441 (21.4%)$78,974
Total30,103 (100.0%)$117,541

Poverty in Broomfield County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Broomfield County

With 4.6% poverty level for males and 5.5% for females among the residents of Broomfield County, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 87 males (20.6%) and 415 females (14.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (2.4%)50 (2.9%)
5 Years87 (20.6%)6 (1.2%)
6 to 11 Years204 (7.5%)128 (5.2%)
12 to 14 Years166 (10.9%)30 (1.9%)
15 Years52 (11.2%)5 (1.1%)
16 and 17 Years23 (2.0%)96 (9.0%)
18 to 24 Years218 (7.1%)415 (14.5%)
25 to 34 Years301 (4.9%)334 (6.2%)
35 to 44 Years154 (2.8%)252 (4.8%)
45 to 54 Years146 (2.7%)140 (2.8%)
55 to 64 Years185 (4.3%)102 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years55 (1.9%)267 (7.5%)
75 Years and over47 (2.8%)173 (7.0%)
Total1,681 (4.6%)1,998 (5.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Broomfield County

According to the poverty statistics in Broomfield County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.1% of males and 98.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,724 (97.6%)1,667 (97.1%)
5 Years336 (79.4%)485 (98.8%)
6 to 11 Years2,500 (92.5%)2,342 (94.8%)
12 to 14 Years1,353 (89.1%)1,552 (98.1%)
15 Years412 (88.8%)440 (98.9%)
16 and 17 Years1,121 (98.0%)973 (91.0%)
18 to 24 Years2,840 (92.9%)2,439 (85.5%)
25 to 34 Years5,788 (95.1%)5,044 (93.8%)
35 to 44 Years5,335 (97.2%)5,042 (95.2%)
45 to 54 Years5,192 (97.3%)4,805 (97.2%)
55 to 64 Years4,107 (95.7%)4,202 (97.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,854 (98.1%)3,275 (92.5%)
75 Years and over1,650 (97.2%)2,306 (93.0%)
Total35,212 (95.4%)34,572 (94.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Broomfield County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Broomfield County show that 1.0% or 158 of the total 15,955 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 29.0%, comprising of 36 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.4%, which includes 39 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Broomfield County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children9,048 (99.6%)39 (0.4%)
1 or 2 Children5,670 (99.5%)26 (0.5%)
3 or 4 Children991 (94.6%)57 (5.4%)
5 or more Children88 (71.0%)36 (29.0%)
Total15,797 (99.0%)158 (1.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Broomfield County

According to the poverty data in Broomfield County, 2.9% or 29 single-father households and 8.4% or 168 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (16.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 households (41.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Broomfield County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children3 (0.8%)33 (4.2%)
1 or 2 Children11 (2.2%)65 (6.2%)
3 or 4 Children15 (16.1%)70 (41.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (2.9%)168 (8.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Broomfield County

The poverty data for Broomfield County shows that 158 of the married-couple family households (1.0%) and 197 of the single-parent households (6.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (29.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 85 household (32.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Broomfield County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children39 (0.4%)36 (3.0%)
1 or 2 Children26 (0.5%)76 (4.9%)
3 or 4 Children57 (5.4%)85 (32.6%)
5 or more Children36 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total158 (1.0%)197 (6.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Broomfield County

Employment by Class of Employer in Broomfield County

Among the 41,490 employed individuals in Broomfield County, private company employees (29,427 | 70.9%), local government employees (3,081 | 7.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (2,735 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Broomfield County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees29,42770.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,1385.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,5603.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,7356.6%
Local Government Employees3,0817.4%
State Government Employees1,5403.7%
Federal Government Employees9952.4%
Unpaid Family Workers140.0%
Total41,490100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Broomfield County

According to the labor force statistics for Broomfield County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (60,251), 71.9% or 43,320 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 1,386 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.8% or 5,372 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.5% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,577 (41.2%)66 (4.2%)
20 to 24 Years3,708 (86.3%)200 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years5,372 (92.8%)64 (1.2%)
30 to 34 Years5,245 (91.9%)262 (5.0%)
35 to 44 Years9,511 (87.8%)342 (3.6%)
45 to 54 Years9,001 (87.4%)288 (3.2%)
55 to 59 Years3,835 (83.9%)50 (1.3%)
60 to 64 Years2,872 (70.5%)60 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,962 (30.0%)37 (1.9%)
75 Years and over242 (5.6%)18 (7.5%)
Total43,320 (71.9%)1,386 (3.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Broomfield County

According to labor force statistics for Broomfield County, 86.8% of individuals (35,825) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (41,273) are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 1,075 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.8% or 22,763 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.2% or 728 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Broomfield County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School969 (68.9%)24 (1.7%)
High School Diploma3,572 (79.0%)59 (1.3%)
College / Associate Degree8,537 (85.4%)310 (3.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher22,763 (89.8%)811 (3.2%)
Total35,825 (86.8%)1,238 (3.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Broomfield County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Broomfield County are Computers, Engineering & Science (6,946 | 16.6%), Management (6,696 | 16.0%), Community & Social Service (4,667 | 11.1%), Computers & Mathematics (3,654 | 8.7%), and Business & Financial (3,494 | 8.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Broomfield County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Broomfield County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (79.8%), Architecture & Engineering (78.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (76.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (76.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (70.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Broomfield County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3,857 (57.6%)2,839 (42.4%)
Business & Financial1,478 (42.3%)2,016 (57.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5,295 (76.2%)1,651 (23.8%)
Computers & Mathematics2,917 (79.8%)737 (20.2%)
Architecture & Engineering1,939 (78.1%)542 (21.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science439 (54.1%)372 (45.9%)
Community & Social Service 1,711 (36.7%)2,956 (63.3%)
Education, Arts & Media257 (38.7%)407 (61.3%)
Legal Services & Support178 (36.4%)311 (63.6%)
Education Instruction & Library756 (30.0%)1,761 (70.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment520 (52.2%)477 (47.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating797 (26.4%)2,228 (73.7%)
Health Technologists552 (24.0%)1,750 (76.0%)
Total (Category)13,138 (52.9%)11,690 (47.1%)
Total (Overall)22,798 (54.4%)19,081 (45.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Broomfield County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,822 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (935 | 2.2%), Healthcare Support (765 | 1.8%), Personal Care & Service (749 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (640 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Broomfield County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Broomfield County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (79.9%), Security & Protection (76.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (74.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (94.5%), Healthcare Support (67.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Broomfield County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support250 (32.7%)515 (67.3%)
Security & Protection488 (76.2%)152 (23.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention297 (74.1%)104 (25.9%)
Law Enforcement191 (79.9%)48 (20.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving848 (46.5%)974 (53.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance547 (58.5%)388 (41.5%)
Personal Care & Service41 (5.5%)708 (94.5%)
Total (Category)2,174 (44.3%)2,737 (55.7%)
Total (Overall)22,798 (54.4%)19,081 (45.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Broomfield County are Sales & Related (4,037 | 9.6%), and Office & Administration (3,592 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Broomfield County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Broomfield County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,563 (63.5%)1,474 (36.5%)
Office & Administration1,116 (31.1%)2,476 (68.9%)
Total (Category)3,679 (48.2%)3,950 (51.8%)
Total (Overall)22,798 (54.4%)19,081 (45.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Broomfield County are Construction & Extraction (918 | 2.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (797 | 1.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (42 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Broomfield County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Broomfield County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry34 (80.9%)8 (19.1%)
Construction & Extraction868 (94.6%)50 (5.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair735 (92.2%)62 (7.8%)
Total (Category)1,637 (93.2%)120 (6.8%)
Total (Overall)22,798 (54.4%)19,081 (45.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Broomfield County are Production (1,011 | 2.4%), Transportation (897 | 2.1%), and Material Moving (846 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Broomfield County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Broomfield County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production747 (73.9%)264 (26.1%)
Transportation770 (85.8%)127 (14.2%)
Material Moving653 (77.2%)193 (22.8%)
Total (Category)2,170 (78.8%)584 (21.2%)
Total (Overall)22,798 (54.4%)19,081 (45.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Broomfield County

Employment Industries in Broomfield County

The major employment industries in Broomfield County include Professional & Scientific (6,240 | 14.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (5,461 | 13.0%), Manufacturing (4,541 | 10.8%), Educational Services (3,986 | 9.5%), and Retail Trade (3,888 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries in Broomfield County

Employment Industries by Sex in Broomfield County

The Broomfield County industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (85.4%), Construction (83.6%), and Wholesale Trade (83.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (72.5%), Educational Services (66.7%), and Enterprise Management (60.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Broomfield County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting64 (76.2%)20 (23.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction117 (56.0%)92 (44.0%)
Construction1,384 (83.6%)272 (16.4%)
Manufacturing3,276 (72.1%)1,265 (27.9%)
Wholesale Trade891 (83.4%)178 (16.7%)
Retail Trade2,303 (59.2%)1,585 (40.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,067 (85.4%)182 (14.6%)
Utilities137 (76.1%)43 (23.9%)
Information1,195 (61.7%)742 (38.3%)
Finance & Insurance1,232 (56.1%)963 (43.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing473 (42.2%)648 (57.8%)
Professional & Scientific3,746 (60.0%)2,494 (40.0%)
Enterprise Management45 (39.5%)69 (60.5%)
Administrative & Support679 (58.7%)477 (41.3%)
Educational Services1,328 (33.3%)2,658 (66.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,501 (27.5%)3,960 (72.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation394 (43.8%)505 (56.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,204 (48.2%)1,294 (51.8%)
Public Administration1,008 (61.9%)621 (38.1%)
Total22,798 (54.4%)19,081 (45.6%)

Education in Broomfield County

School Enrollment in Broomfield County

The most common levels of schooling among the 17,556 students in Broomfield County are high school (4,144 | 23.6%), middle school (3,774 | 21.5%), and college / undergraduate (3,190 | 18.2%).
School Enrollment in Broomfield County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,0716.1%
Kindergarten9125.2%
Elementary School3,15618.0%
Middle School3,77421.5%
High School4,14423.6%
College / Undergraduate3,19018.2%
Graduate / Professional1,3097.5%
Total17,556100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Broomfield County

Out of a total of 17,556 students who are enrolled in schools in Broomfield County, 2,265 (12.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 15,291 (87.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 401 (52.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,602 (95.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Broomfield County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds368 (47.8%)401 (52.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old3,364 (84.1%)637 (15.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds4,404 (92.7%)345 (7.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2,747 (89.7%)316 (10.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds902 (88.0%)123 (12.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,602 (95.6%)73 (4.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,065 (84.3%)198 (15.7%)
35 Years and over831 (82.2%)180 (17.8%)
Total15,291 (87.1%)2,265 (12.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Broomfield County

Business (6,844 | 20.5%), engineering (3,818 | 11.4%), science & technology (3,243 | 9.7%), social sciences (2,656 | 7.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (2,435 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 33,432 individuals in Broomfield County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Broomfield County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2,3767.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2,4357.3%
Physical & Health Sciences1,0883.3%
Psychology1,8215.4%
Social Sciences2,6567.9%
Engineering3,81811.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies4591.4%
Science & Technology3,2439.7%
Business6,84420.5%
Education2,1146.3%
Literature & Languages1,2373.7%
Liberal Arts & History1,2153.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1,1593.5%
Communications1,4364.3%
Arts & Humanities1,5314.6%
Total33,432100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Broomfield County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Broomfield County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Broomfield County are males with 2 vehicles (9,952, accounting for 43.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (8,227, making up 52.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Broomfield County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle438 (1.9%)365 (1.9%)
1 Vehicle3,591 (15.8%)3,844 (20.4%)
2 Vehicles9,952 (43.9%)8,227 (43.7%)
3 Vehicles5,540 (24.4%)4,359 (23.2%)
4 Vehicles2,405 (10.6%)1,397 (7.4%)
5 or more Vehicles743 (3.3%)629 (3.3%)
Total22,669 (100.0%)18,821 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Broomfield County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Broomfield County are 30 to 34 minutes (5,853 commuters, 18.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (4,882 commuters, 15.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (4,656 commuters, 14.5%).
Commute Time in Broomfield County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4161.3%
5 to 9 Minutes2,5628.0%
10 to 14 Minutes3,50310.9%
15 to 19 Minutes4,88215.2%
20 to 24 Minutes4,65614.5%
25 to 29 Minutes2,0796.5%
30 to 34 Minutes5,85318.3%
35 to 39 Minutes1,4904.6%
40 to 44 Minutes1,5244.8%
45 to 59 Minutes3,27410.2%
60 to 89 Minutes1,3484.2%
90 or more Minutes4501.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Broomfield County

The most common commute times in Broomfield County are 30 to 34 minutes (3,405 commuters, 19.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (2,540 commuters, 17.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Broomfield County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes168 (1.0%)248 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,005 (5.8%)1,557 (10.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,901 (11.0%)1,602 (10.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes2,342 (13.6%)2,540 (17.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes2,634 (15.2%)2,022 (13.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,281 (7.4%)798 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes3,405 (19.7%)2,448 (16.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes859 (5.0%)631 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes801 (4.6%)723 (4.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,729 (10.0%)1,545 (10.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes951 (5.5%)397 (2.7%)
90 or more Minutes192 (1.1%)258 (1.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Broomfield County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Broomfield County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,725, 15.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,576, 17.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Broomfield County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM566 (3.3%)288 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM438 (2.5%)270 (1.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,051 (6.1%)504 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,357 (7.9%)1,104 (7.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,690 (9.8%)1,262 (8.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM2,725 (15.8%)2,576 (17.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2,405 (13.9%)2,246 (15.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2,187 (12.7%)2,247 (15.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,115 (6.5%)1,066 (7.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM957 (5.5%)995 (6.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM551 (3.2%)565 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM121 (0.7%)203 (1.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,264 (7.3%)600 (4.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM841 (4.9%)843 (5.7%)
Total17,268 (100.0%)14,769 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Broomfield County

Occupancy by Ownership in Broomfield County

Of the total 30,103 dwellings in Broomfield County, owner-occupied units account for 19,247 (63.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 10,856 (36.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Broomfield County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units19,24763.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10,85636.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units30,103100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Broomfield County

Occupancy by Household Size in Broomfield County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8,18127.2%
2-Person Household10,90436.2%
3-Person Household4,37814.5%
4+ Person Household6,64022.1%
Total Housing Units30,103100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Broomfield County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Broomfield County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household3,623 (44.3%)4,558 (55.7%)
2-Person Household7,038 (64.5%)3,866 (35.4%)
3-Person Household3,209 (73.3%)1,169 (26.7%)
4+ Person Household5,377 (81.0%)1,263 (19.0%)
Total Housing Units19,247 (63.9%)10,856 (36.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Broomfield County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Broomfield County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School399 (52.3%)364 (47.7%)
High School Diploma1,663 (54.8%)1,370 (45.2%)
College/Associate Degree4,377 (59.6%)2,967 (40.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher12,808 (67.5%)6,155 (32.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Broomfield County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Broomfield County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6,96923.2%
35 to 44 Years5,36317.8%
45 to 54 Years5,98019.9%
55 to 64 Years5,35017.8%
65 to 74 Years3,67012.2%
75 to 84 Years1,6625.5%
85 Years and Over1,1093.7%
Total30,103100.0%

Housing Finances in Broomfield County

Median Income by Occupancy in Broomfield County

Median Income by Occupancy in Broomfield County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied19,247 (63.9%)$145,470
Renter-Occupied10,856 (36.1%)$82,251
Average30,103 (100.0%)$117,541

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Broomfield County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Broomfield County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000203 (1.1%)168 (1.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99946 (0.2%)181 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99990 (0.5%)352 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99967 (0.4%)86 (0.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999225 (1.2%)163 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999391 (2.0%)668 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999909 (4.7%)1,094 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,911 (9.9%)2,049 (18.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,870 (9.7%)1,970 (18.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9994,211 (21.9%)1,992 (18.3%)
$150,000 or more9,324 (48.4%)2,133 (19.7%)
Total19,247 (100.0%)10,856 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Broomfield County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Broomfield County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300207 (1.1%)64 (0.6%)
$300 to $4991,066 (5.5%)45 (0.4%)
$500 to $7992,430 (12.6%)80 (0.7%)
$800 to $999984 (5.1%)258 (2.4%)
$1,000 to $1,4992,316 (12.0%)1,333 (12.3%)
$1,500 to $1,9992,835 (14.7%)4,181 (38.5%)
$2,000 to $2,4993,177 (16.5%)2,595 (23.9%)
$2,500 to $2,9992,288 (11.9%)1,400 (12.9%)
$3,000 or more3,944 (20.5%)678 (6.2%)
Total19,247 (100.0%)10,856 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Broomfield County

Housing Structures in Broomfield County

Housing Structures in Broomfield County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached18,42361.2%
Single Unit, Attached2,0176.7%
2 Unit Apartments1090.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5041.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,2874.3%
10 or more Apartments7,09223.6%
Mobile Home / Other6712.2%
Total30,103100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Broomfield County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Broomfield County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached16,470 (89.4%)1,953 (10.6%)
Single Unit, Attached1,530 (75.9%)487 (24.1%)
2 Unit Apartments34 (31.2%)75 (68.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments100 (19.8%)404 (80.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments321 (24.9%)966 (75.1%)
10 or more Apartments242 (3.4%)6,850 (96.6%)
Mobile Home / Other550 (82.0%)121 (18.0%)
Total19,247 (63.9%)10,856 (36.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Broomfield County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Broomfield County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room7 (0.0%)562 (5.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms425 (2.2%)5,014 (46.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,426 (17.8%)3,173 (29.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms6,216 (32.3%)1,174 (10.8%)
8 or more Rooms9,173 (47.7%)933 (8.6%)
Total19,247 (100.0%)10,856 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Broomfield County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Broomfield County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas16,060 (83.4%)5,469 (50.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas176 (0.9%)216 (2.0%)
Electricity2,834 (14.7%)5,030 (46.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels142 (0.7%)29 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used35 (0.2%)112 (1.0%)
Total19,247 (100.0%)10,856 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Broomfield County

Household Vehicle Usage in Broomfield County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle388 (2.0%)707 (6.5%)
1 Vehicle3,937 (20.5%)5,004 (46.1%)
2 Vehicles9,054 (47.0%)3,808 (35.1%)
3 or more Vehicles5,868 (30.5%)1,337 (12.3%)
Total19,247 (100.0%)10,856 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Broomfield County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Broomfield County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5,37813,869
Median Property Value$546,200$594,100
Median Household Income$107,515$7,615
Monthly Housing Costs$677$3,944
Real Estate Taxes$3,326$134

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Broomfield County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Broomfield County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000363 (6.8%)112 (0.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999159 (3.0%)144 (1.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999200 (3.7%)344 (2.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,593 (29.6%)4,178 (30.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9992,024 (37.6%)5,728 (41.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999695 (12.9%)2,416 (17.4%)
$1,000,000 or more344 (6.4%)947 (6.8%)
Total5,378 (100.0%)13,869 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Broomfield County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Broomfield County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000157 (2.9%)240 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999210 (3.9%)92 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999235 (4.4%)172 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999483 (9.0%)156 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999766 (14.2%)426 (3.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999644 (12.0%)1,145 (8.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,174 (21.8%)1,226 (8.8%)
$150,000 or more1,709 (31.8%)3,037 (21.9%)
Total5,378 (100.0%)13,869 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Broomfield County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Broomfield County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x850 (15.8%)163,681 (1,180.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x625 (11.6%)1,532 (11.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x809 (15.0%)3,232 (23.3%)
4.0x or more3,051 (56.7%)3,032 (21.9%)
Total5,378 (100.0%)13,869 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Broomfield County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Broomfield County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800431 (8.0%)28 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,499206 (3.8%)238 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,4994,656 (86.6%)549 (4.0%)
Total5,378 (100.0%)13,869 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Broomfield County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broomfield County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4,297 (96.9%)138 (3.1%)
6 to 18 Years11,925 (96.5%)434 (3.5%)
19 to 25 Years5,111 (89.0%)629 (11.0%)
26 to 34 Years9,706 (90.6%)1,002 (9.4%)
35 to 44 Years10,290 (95.4%)493 (4.6%)
45 to 54 Years9,418 (91.7%)851 (8.3%)
55 to 64 Years8,376 (97.4%)220 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years6,442 (99.9%)9 (0.1%)
75 Years and older4,162 (99.7%)14 (0.3%)
Total69,727 (94.8%)3,790 (5.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Broomfield County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Broomfield County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4,297 (96.9%)138 (3.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen11,925 (96.5%)434 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen5,111 (89.0%)629 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Broomfield County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Broomfield County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,054 (95.4%)99 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,868 (91.4%)455 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,884 (89.9%)772 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,599 (94.4%)451 (5.6%)
$100,000 and over48,322 (96.0%)2,013 (4.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broomfield County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,017 (22.9%)3,549 (80.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,938 (15.7%)10,323 (83.5%)
19 to 25 Years449 (7.8%)4,740 (82.6%)
25 to 34 Years680 (6.4%)9,120 (85.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,141 (10.6%)9,532 (88.4%)
45 to 54 Years632 (6.1%)8,939 (87.1%)
55 to 64 Years632 (7.3%)7,912 (92.0%)
65 to 74 Years6,000 (93.0%)3,561 (55.2%)
75 Years and over4,112 (98.5%)2,573 (61.6%)
Total16,601 (22.6%)60,249 (82.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Broomfield County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Broomfield County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years284 (4.5%)106 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years368 (4.0%)586 (7.1%)
35 to 64 Years885 (5.9%)768 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years497 (17.1%)704 (19.9%)
75 Years and over783 (46.1%)817 (33.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Broomfield County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Broomfield County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (0.2%)15 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years56 (0.6%)62 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years234 (1.5%)252 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years264 (9.1%)268 (7.6%)
75 Years and over425 (25.0%)317 (12.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Broomfield County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years52 (0.8%)15 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years63 (0.7%)114 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years192 (1.3%)71 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years53 (1.8%)92 (2.6%)
75 Years and over205 (12.1%)122 (4.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Broomfield County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years197 (3.1%)81 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years196 (2.1%)380 (4.6%)
35 to 64 Years269 (1.8%)249 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years116 (4.0%)109 (3.1%)
75 Years and over100 (5.9%)140 (5.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Broomfield County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years38 (0.6%)5 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years18 (0.2%)89 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years392 (2.6%)298 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years218 (7.5%)435 (12.3%)
75 Years and over456 (26.9%)545 (22.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Broomfield County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years61 (1.0%)21 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years10 (0.1%)34 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years160 (1.1%)107 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years49 (1.7%)49 (1.4%)
75 Years and over183 (10.8%)234 (9.4%)

Technology Access in Broomfield County

Computing Device Access in Broomfield County

Computing Device Access in Broomfield County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop28,11393.4%
Smartphone28,46094.5%
Tablet23,14876.9%
No Computing Device4951.6%
Total30,103100.0%

Internet Access in Broomfield County

Internet Access in Broomfield County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet380.1%
Broadband Home26,34087.5%
Cellular Data Only1,6445.5%
Satellite Internet1,8486.1%
No Internet1,4804.9%
Total30,103100.0%

Broomfield County Summary

Broomfield County, Colorado is located in the north-central part of the state and is part of the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is the smallest county in Colorado, with an area of only 34 square miles. The county was created in 2001 from parts of Adams, Boulder, Jefferson, and Weld counties. It is bordered by Boulder County to the west, Weld County to the north, Adams County to the east, and Jefferson County to the south.

History

The area that is now Broomfield County was originally inhabited by the Arapaho and Cheyenne Native American tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the mid-1800s, and the area was officially established as Broomfield County in 2001.
The county was named after the town of Broomfield, which was founded in 1874. The town was named after the broomcorn plant, which was used to make brooms. The town was a popular stop on the Denver, South Park, and Pacific Railroad, and it quickly grew into a thriving community.

Geography

Broomfield County is located in the north-central part of Colorado. It is bordered by Boulder County to the west, Weld County to the north, Adams County to the east, and Jefferson County to the south. The county has an area of only 34 square miles, making it the smallest county in Colorado.
The county is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, and it is home to several mountain peaks, including Mount Audubon, Mount Evans, and Mount Bierstadt. The county is also home to several lakes, including Standley Lake, Union Reservoir, and Boulder Reservoir.

Economy

Broomfield County has a diverse economy, with a mix of industries including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. The county is home to several major employers, including Ball Aerospace, Level 3 Communications, Oracle, and Vail Resorts.
The county is also home to several shopping centers, including the Flatiron Crossing Mall and the Broomfield Town Center. The county is also home to several golf courses, including the Broadlands Golf Course and the Omni Interlocken Golf Course.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Broomfield County was 55,889. The population is predominantly white (83.3%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (7.7%), African American (3.2%), Asian (2.7%), and Native American (0.7%) residents.
The median household income in the county is $90,845, and the median home value is $400,000. The county has a low unemployment rate of 3.2%, and the poverty rate is 6.2%.

Conclusion

Broomfield County is a small county located in the north-central part of Colorado. It was created in 2001 from parts of Adams, Boulder, Jefferson, and Weld counties. The county has a diverse economy, with a mix of industries including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. The population of the county is predominantly white, with smaller percentages of Hispanic, African American, Asian, and Native American residents. The median household income in the county is $90,845, and the median home value is $400,000. The county has a low unemployment rate of 3.2%, and the poverty rate is 6.2%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Broomfield County?
Total Population of Broomfield County is 73,946.
What is the Total Male Population of Broomfield County?
Total Male Population of Broomfield County is 37,204.
What is the Total Female Population of Broomfield County?
Total Female Population of Broomfield County is 36,742.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Broomfield County?
There are 101.26 Males per 100 Females in Broomfield County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Broomfield County?
There are 98.76 Females per 100 Males in Broomfield County.
What is the Median Population Age in Broomfield County?
Median Population Age in Broomfield County is 38.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Broomfield County
Average Family Size in Broomfield County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Broomfield County
Average Household Size in Broomfield County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Broomfield County?
Per Capita income in Broomfield County is $60,862.
What is the Median Family Income in Broomfield County?
Median Family Income in Broomfield County is $154,023.
What is the Median Household income in Broomfield County?
Median Household Income in Broomfield County is $117,541.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Broomfield County?
Income or Wage Gap in Broomfield County is 34.1%.
Women in Broomfield County earn 65.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Broomfield County?
Family Income Deficit in Broomfield County is $13,443.
Families that are below poverty line in Broomfield County earn $13,443 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Broomfield County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Broomfield County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Broomfield County?
There are 43,320 People in the Labor Forcein in Broomfield County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Broomfield County?
71.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Broomfield County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Broomfield County?
Unemployment Rate in Broomfield County is 3.2%.