Gunnison County, CO
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Gunnison County Overview
17,018
TOTAL POPULATION
9,190
MALE POPULATION
7,828
FEMALE POPULATION
117.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
85.18
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$44,167
PER CAPITA INCOME
$113,112
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,538
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
12.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
87.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,815
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
73.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Gunnison County Area Codes
Race in Gunnison County
The most populous races in Gunnison County are White / Caucasian (15,398 | 90.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1,695 | 10.0%), and Two or more Races (923 | 5.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 152 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 182 | 1.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 25 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,695 | 10.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 83 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,398 | 90.5% |
| Two or more Races | 923 | 5.4% |
| Some other Race | 255 | 1.5% |
| Total | 17,018 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Gunnison County
The most populous ancestries reported in Gunnison County are German (3,921 | 23.0%), Irish (2,406 | 14.1%), English (2,370 | 13.9%), Mexican (1,166 | 6.9%), and Italian (892 | 5.2%), together accounting for 63.2% of all Gunnison County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 89 | 0.5% |
| American | 597 | 3.5% |
| Apache | 66 | 0.4% |
| Arab | 27 | 0.2% |
| Argentinean | 47 | 0.3% |
| Armenian | 43 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 99 | 0.6% |
| Basque | 15 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 42 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 97 | 0.6% |
| British | 248 | 1.5% |
| Burmese | 40 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 45 | 0.3% |
| Celtic | 29 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 11 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 39 | 0.2% |
| Chilean | 3 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 20 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 40 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 104 | 0.6% |
| Czechoslovakian | 122 | 0.7% |
| Danish | 310 | 1.8% |
| Dutch | 406 | 2.4% |
| Eastern European | 57 | 0.3% |
| Ecuadorian | 74 | 0.4% |
| English | 2,370 | 13.9% |
| European | 528 | 3.1% |
| Finnish | 139 | 0.8% |
| French | 452 | 2.7% |
| French Canadian | 81 | 0.5% |
| German | 3,921 | 23.0% |
| Greek | 47 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 11 | 0.1% |
| Hopi | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 130 | 0.8% |
| Indian (Asian) | 36 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 2,406 | 14.1% |
| Italian | 892 | 5.2% |
| Korean | 25 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 27 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,166 | 6.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Navajo | 19 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 75 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 543 | 3.2% |
| Paiute | 5 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 10 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 833 | 4.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 32 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 92 | 0.5% |
| Samoan | 50 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 216 | 1.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 198 | 1.2% |
| Scottish | 474 | 2.8% |
| Serbian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 45 | 0.3% |
| Slavic | 11 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 7 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 44 | 0.3% |
| South American | 124 | 0.7% |
| Spaniard | 44 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 131 | 0.8% |
| Sri Lankan | 25 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 89 | 0.5% |
| Swedish | 704 | 4.1% |
| Swiss | 361 | 2.1% |
| Turkish | 61 | 0.4% |
| Ukrainian | 62 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 205 | 1.2% | View All 71 Rows |
Immigrants in Gunnison County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Gunnison County came from Europe (195 | 1.1%), Latin America (161 | 0.9%), Canada (132 | 0.8%), Central America (117 | 0.7%), and Northern Europe (114 | 0.7%), together accounting for 4.2% of all Gunnison County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Argentina | 24 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 86 | 0.5% |
| Canada | 132 | 0.8% |
| Central America | 117 | 0.7% |
| China | 30 | 0.2% |
| Denmark | 26 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 61 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 45 | 0.3% |
| Ecuador | 20 | 0.1% |
| England | 69 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 195 | 1.1% |
| France | 11 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 17 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 11 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 31 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 161 | 0.9% |
| Mexico | 106 | 0.6% |
| Northern Europe | 114 | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 38 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 25 | 0.2% |
| Romania | 8 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 9 | 0.1% |
| South America | 44 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 25 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 8 | 0.1% |
| Sweden | 14 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 23 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 12 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 28 | 0.2% | View All 30 Rows |
Sex and Age in Gunnison County
Sex and Age in Gunnison County
The most populous age groups in Gunnison County are 20 to 24 Years (1,378 | 15.0%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (977 | 12.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 337 (3.7%) | 240 (3.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 383 (4.2%) | 314 (4.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 465 (5.1%) | 368 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 814 (8.9%) | 482 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,378 (15.0%) | 977 (12.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 627 (6.8%) | 537 (6.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 589 (6.4%) | 691 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 624 (6.8%) | 477 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 585 (6.4%) | 696 (8.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 573 (6.2%) | 439 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 555 (6.0%) | 515 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 335 (3.6%) | 540 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 637 (6.9%) | 459 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 490 (5.3%) | 476 (6.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 371 (4.0%) | 253 (3.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 289 (3.1%) | 165 (2.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 60 (0.6%) | 129 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 78 (0.9%) | 70 (0.9%) |
| Total | 9,190 (100.0%) | 7,828 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Gunnison County
Median Family Size in Gunnison County
The median family size in Gunnison County is 2.58 persons per family, with single female/mother families (367 | 8.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.68 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (244 | 5.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.20 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,680 (85.8%) | 2.60 |
| Single Male/Father | 244 (5.7%) | 2.20 |
| Single Female/Mother | 367 (8.6%) | 2.68 |
| Total Families | 4,291 (100.0%) | 2.58 |
Median Household Size in Gunnison County
The median household size in Gunnison County is 2.06 persons per household, with single male/father households (244 | 3.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.01 persons per household. non-family households (3,468 | 44.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,680 (47.4%) | 2.61 |
| Single Male/Father | 244 (3.1%) | 3.01 |
| Single Female/Mother | 367 (4.7%) | 2.98 |
| Non-family | 3,468 (44.7%) | 1.32 |
| Total Households | 7,759 (100.0%) | 2.06 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gunnison County
Out of a total of 7,759 households in Gunnison County, 4,291 (55.3%) are family households, while 3,468 (44.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,366, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,197.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,197 (28.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,366 (30.5%) | 951 (12.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 901 (11.6%) | 179 (2.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 594 (7.7%) | 141 (1.8%) |
| 5-Person Households | 358 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 57 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 15 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,291 (55.3%) | 3,468 (44.7%) |
Female Fertility in Gunnison County
Fertility by Age in Gunnison County
Average fertility rate in Gunnison County is 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 97.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 73 (97.3%) | 33.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (2.7%) | 1.0 |
| Total | 75 (100.0%) | 17.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gunnison County
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Gunnison County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (24.0%) | 16.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 57 (76.0%) | 31.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 75 (100.0%) | 17.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gunnison County
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Gunnison County
Income Overview in Gunnison County
Per Capita Income in Gunnison County is $44,167, while median incomes of families and households are $113,112 and $76,538 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 17,018 | $44,167 |
| Median Family Income | 4,291 | $113,112 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,291 | $126,707 |
| Median Household Income | 7,759 | $76,538 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,759 | $97,237 |
| Income Deficit | 4,291 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 17,018 | 12.28% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 17,018 | 87.72¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 17,018 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Gunnison County
Average Earnings in Gunnison County are $35,763, $37,543 for men and $32,934 for women, a difference of 12.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,437 (55.2%) | $37,543 |
| Female | 5,218 (44.8%) | $32,934 |
| Total | 11,655 (100.0%) | $35,763 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gunnison County
The most common earnings brackets in Gunnison County are $100,000+ for men (881 | 13.7%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (407 | 7.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 280 (4.3%) | 351 (6.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 243 (3.8%) | 296 (5.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 397 (6.2%) | 402 (7.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 225 (3.5%) | 88 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 164 (2.5%) | 160 (3.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 226 (3.5%) | 100 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 136 (2.1%) | 63 (1.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 88 (1.4%) | 190 (3.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 56 (0.9%) | 257 (4.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 352 (5.5%) | 225 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 335 (5.2%) | 336 (6.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 476 (7.4%) | 279 (5.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 439 (6.8%) | 278 (5.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 177 (2.8%) | 396 (7.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 90 (1.4%) | 407 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 175 (2.7%) | 178 (3.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 480 (7.5%) | 352 (6.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 406 (6.3%) | 300 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 811 (12.6%) | 210 (4.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 881 (13.7%) | 350 (6.7%) |
| Total | 6,437 (100.0%) | 5,218 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gunnison County
Average earnings in Gunnison County are $55,878 for men and $42,093 for women, a difference of 24.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $69,063, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $34,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,667.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $39,583 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $46,316 | $27,667 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $34,250 | $33,510 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,794 | $44,692 |
| Graduate Degree | $69,063 | $48,750 |
| Total | $55,878 | $42,093 |
Family Income in Gunnison County
Family Income Brackets in Gunnison County
According to the Gunnison County family income data, there are 1,017 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 26 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 99 | 2.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 26 | 0.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 116 | 2.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 154 | 3.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 279 | 6.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 463 | 10.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 811 | 18.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,017 | 23.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 592 | 13.8% |
| $200,000+ | 729 | 17.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gunnison County
4-person families (519 | 12.1%) account for the highest median family income in Gunnison County with $150,727 per family, while 2-person families (2,541 | 59.2%) have the highest median income of $49,073 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,541 (59.2%) | $98,146 |
| 3-Person Families | 824 (19.2%) | $123,793 |
| 4-Person Families | 519 (12.1%) | $150,727 |
| 5-Person Families | 348 (8.1%) | $138,462 |
| 6-Person Families | 57 (1.3%) | $71,979 |
| 7+ Person Families | 2 (0.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 4,291 (100.0%) | $113,112 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Gunnison County
The median family income in Gunnison County is $113,112, with families comprising 3+ earners (325) having the highest median family income of $152,905, while families with 1 earner (1,027) have the lowest median family income of $66,953, accounting for 7.6% and 23.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 498 (11.6%) | $85,978 |
| 1 Earner | 1,027 (23.9%) | $66,953 |
| 2 Earners | 2,441 (56.9%) | $123,822 |
| 3+ Earners | 325 (7.6%) | $152,905 |
| Total | 4,291 (100.0%) | $113,112 |
Household Income in Gunnison County
Household Income Brackets in Gunnison County
With 1,311 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Gunnison County, accounting for 16.9% of all households. In contrast, only 124 households (1.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 326 | 4.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 124 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 458 | 5.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 722 | 9.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 861 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,311 | 16.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,156 | 14.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,304 | 16.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 675 | 8.7% |
| $200,000+ | 822 | 10.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Gunnison County
The median household income in Gunnison County is $76,538, with the highest median household income of $85,913 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,356 households (30.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $57,932, with 1,023 households (13.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1,023 (13.2%) | $57,932 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,832 (36.5%) | $79,963 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,356 (30.4%) | $85,913 |
| 65+ Years | 1,548 (20.0%) | $75,833 |
| Total | 7,759 (100.0%) | $76,538 |
Poverty in Gunnison County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gunnison County
With 9.4% poverty level for males and 12.4% for females among the residents of Gunnison County, 16 and 17 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 48 males (34.0%) and 489 females (49.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 53 (9.1%) | 63 (14.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (8.9%) |
| 15 Years | 23 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 48 (34.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 371 (26.2%) | 489 (49.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 96 (8.0%) | 92 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 13 (1.1%) | 51 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 81 (7.2%) | 93 (9.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 59 (6.1%) | 68 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (5.3%) | 59 (8.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (6.1%) | 7 (2.1%) |
| Total | 814 (9.4%) | 932 (12.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gunnison County
According to the poverty statistics in Gunnison County, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 327 (100.0%) | 240 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (100.0%) | 122 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 529 (90.9%) | 362 (85.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 229 (100.0%) | 102 (91.1%) |
| 15 Years | 164 (87.7%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 93 (66.0%) | 190 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,045 (73.8%) | 493 (50.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,098 (92.0%) | 1,130 (92.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,185 (98.9%) | 1,122 (95.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,047 (92.8%) | 861 (90.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 912 (93.9%) | 925 (93.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 807 (94.7%) | 663 (91.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 387 (93.9%) | 330 (97.9%) |
| Total | 7,837 (90.6%) | 6,570 (87.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gunnison County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gunnison County show that 1.5% or 54 of the total 3,680 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.3%, comprising of 54 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,297 (97.7%) | 54 (2.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,034 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 293 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,626 (98.5%) | 54 (1.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gunnison County
According to the poverty data in Gunnison County, 21.7% or 53 single-father households and 24.8% or 91 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 13 households (56.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 households (25.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (25.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 40 (42.5%) | 53 (25.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 13 (56.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 53 (21.7%) | 91 (24.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gunnison County
The poverty data for Gunnison County shows that 54 of the married-couple family households (1.5%) and 144 of the single-parent households (23.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 54 households (2.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (40.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 54 (2.3%) | 38 (13.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 93 (30.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (40.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 54 (1.5%) | 144 (23.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Gunnison County
Employment by Class of Employer in Gunnison County
Among the 9,984 employed individuals in Gunnison County, private company employees (5,584 | 55.9%), self-employed (incorporated) (1,271 | 12.7%), and local government employees (983 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,584 | 55.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,271 | 12.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 600 | 6.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 718 | 7.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 983 | 9.9% |
| State Government Employees | 591 | 5.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 209 | 2.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 28 | 0.3% |
| Total | 9,984 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Gunnison County
According to the labor force statistics for Gunnison County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,694), 73.6% or 10,815 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 389 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 99.7% or 1,161 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.4% or 91 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 445 (41.2%) | 91 (20.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,945 (82.6%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,161 (99.7%) | 80 (6.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,202 (93.9%) | 12 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,151 (90.3%) | 58 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,813 (87.1%) | 27 (1.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 666 (76.1%) | 16 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 678 (61.9%) | 54 (8.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 614 (38.6%) | 39 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 133 (16.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,815 (73.6%) | 389 (3.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gunnison County
According to labor force statistics for Gunnison County, 86.4% of individuals (7,671) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,879) are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 245 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 88.6% or 4,821 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.5% or 135 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 137 (81.1%) | 9 (5.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,294 (86.3%) | 54 (3.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,421 (80.3%) | 168 (9.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,821 (88.6%) | 65 (1.2%) |
| Total | 7,671 (86.4%) | 284 (3.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Gunnison County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gunnison County are Management (1,732 | 16.6%), Community & Social Service (1,474 | 14.1%), Education Instruction & Library (568 | 5.4%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (562 | 5.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (495 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gunnison County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (90.8%), Legal Services & Support (80.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (67.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (70.3%), Health Technologists (68.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (59.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,137 (65.6%) | 595 (34.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 163 (43.6%) | 211 (56.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 236 (67.0%) | 116 (33.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 59 (90.8%) | 6 (9.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 49 (56.3%) | 38 (43.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 128 (64.0%) | 72 (36.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 786 (53.3%) | 688 (46.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 97 (42.5%) | 131 (57.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 93 (80.2%) | 23 (19.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 230 (40.5%) | 338 (59.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 366 (65.1%) | 196 (34.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 147 (29.7%) | 348 (70.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 97 (31.4%) | 212 (68.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,469 (55.8%) | 1,958 (44.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,671 (54.5%) | 4,743 (45.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Gunnison County are Food Preparation & Serving (838 | 8.1%), Personal Care & Service (492 | 4.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (379 | 3.6%), Healthcare Support (222 | 2.1%), and Security & Protection (196 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Gunnison County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (99.0%), and Law Enforcement (97.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (65.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (61.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 222 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 194 (99.0%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 101 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 93 (97.9%) | 2 (2.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 322 (38.4%) | 516 (61.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 226 (59.6%) | 153 (40.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 170 (34.5%) | 322 (65.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 912 (42.9%) | 1,215 (57.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,671 (54.5%) | 4,743 (45.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gunnison County are Office & Administration (1,008 | 9.7%), and Sales & Related (986 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 341 (34.6%) | 645 (65.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 278 (27.6%) | 730 (72.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 619 (31.0%) | 1,375 (69.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,671 (54.5%) | 4,743 (45.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gunnison County are Construction & Extraction (869 | 8.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (251 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (163 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 163 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 855 (98.4%) | 14 (1.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 251 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,269 (98.9%) | 14 (1.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,671 (54.5%) | 4,743 (45.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gunnison County are Transportation (242 | 2.3%), Material Moving (219 | 2.1%), and Production (122 | 1.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 30 (24.6%) | 92 (75.4%) |
| Transportation | 205 (84.7%) | 37 (15.3%) |
| Material Moving | 167 (76.3%) | 52 (23.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 402 (69.0%) | 181 (31.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,671 (54.5%) | 4,743 (45.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Gunnison County
Employment Industries in Gunnison County
The major employment industries in Gunnison County include Accommodation & Food Services (1,291 | 12.4%), Educational Services (1,160 | 11.1%), Retail Trade (1,118 | 10.7%), Construction (1,057 | 10.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (889 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gunnison County
The Gunnison County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (93.7%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (82.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.7%), Information (77.7%), and Educational Services (61.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 315 (82.0%) | 69 (18.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 990 (93.7%) | 67 (6.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 122 (52.4%) | 111 (47.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 32 (56.1%) | 25 (43.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 500 (44.7%) | 618 (55.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 224 (67.7%) | 107 (32.3%) |
| Utilities | 29 (44.6%) | 36 (55.4%) |
| Information | 23 (22.3%) | 80 (77.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 112 (70.0%) | 48 (30.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 266 (67.9%) | 126 (32.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 309 (39.7%) | 469 (60.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 169 (42.5%) | 229 (57.5%) |
| Educational Services | 444 (38.3%) | 716 (61.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 180 (20.3%) | 707 (79.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 637 (71.7%) | 252 (28.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 689 (53.4%) | 602 (46.6%) |
| Public Administration | 299 (58.1%) | 216 (41.9%) |
| Total | 5,671 (54.5%) | 4,743 (45.5%) |
Education in Gunnison County
School Enrollment in Gunnison County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,542 students in Gunnison County are college / undergraduate (2,019 | 44.5%), middle school (699 | 15.4%), and high school (642 | 14.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 162 | 3.6% |
| Kindergarten | 95 | 2.1% |
| Elementary School | 607 | 13.4% |
| Middle School | 699 | 15.4% |
| High School | 642 | 14.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,019 | 44.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 318 | 7.0% |
| Total | 4,542 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gunnison County
Out of a total of 4,542 students who are enrolled in schools in Gunnison County, 786 (17.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,756 (82.7%) 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 94 (66.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 641 (98.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 48 (33.8%) | 94 (66.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 641 (98.6%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 714 (86.4%) | 112 (13.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 513 (88.9%) | 64 (11.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 501 (82.4%) | 107 (17.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 1,022 (81.0%) | 239 (19.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 208 (87.0%) | 31 (13.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 108 (45.2%) | 131 (54.8%) |
| Total | 3,756 (82.7%) | 786 (17.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gunnison County
Business (1,343 | 18.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (993 | 13.4%), social sciences (923 | 12.4%), visual & performing arts (613 | 8.2%), and education (548 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 7,436 individuals in Gunnison County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 122 | 1.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 993 | 13.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 332 | 4.5% |
| Psychology | 359 | 4.8% |
| Social Sciences | 923 | 12.4% |
| Engineering | 407 | 5.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 85 | 1.1% |
| Science & Technology | 383 | 5.1% |
| Business | 1,343 | 18.1% |
| Education | 548 | 7.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 318 | 4.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 215 | 2.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 613 | 8.2% |
| Communications | 251 | 3.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 544 | 7.3% |
| Total | 7,436 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Gunnison County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gunnison County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gunnison County are males with 2 vehicles (1,979, accounting for 38.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,843, making up 44.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 65 (1.3%) | 15 (0.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,021 (19.6%) | 834 (18.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,979 (38.0%) | 1,843 (41.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,374 (26.4%) | 1,040 (23.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 692 (13.3%) | 630 (14.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 81 (1.5%) | 128 (2.9%) |
| Total | 5,212 (100.0%) | 4,490 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Gunnison County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gunnison County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,369 commuters, 26.8%), less than 5 minutes (1,587 commuters, 18.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,354 commuters, 15.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,587 | 18.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,369 | 26.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,354 | 15.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 910 | 10.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 385 | 4.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 79 | 0.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 693 | 7.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 84 | 0.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 428 | 4.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 639 | 7.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 164 | 1.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 137 | 1.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Gunnison County
The most common commute times in Gunnison County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,186 commuters, 24.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,183 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 978 (20.3%) | 609 (15.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,186 (24.6%) | 1,183 (29.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 597 (12.4%) | 757 (18.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 505 (10.5%) | 405 (10.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 80 (1.7%) | 305 (7.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 67 (1.4%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 444 (9.2%) | 249 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 42 (0.9%) | 42 (1.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 272 (5.7%) | 156 (3.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 484 (10.1%) | 155 (3.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 84 (1.8%) | 80 (2.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 72 (1.5%) | 65 (1.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gunnison County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Gunnison County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,068, 22.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (824, 20.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 111 (2.3%) | 53 (1.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 61 (1.3%) | 24 (0.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 96 (2.0%) | 118 (2.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 439 (9.1%) | 39 (1.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 376 (7.8%) | 201 (5.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,068 (22.2%) | 545 (13.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 814 (16.9%) | 824 (20.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 869 (18.1%) | 719 (17.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 329 (6.8%) | 503 (12.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 267 (5.6%) | 409 (10.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 47 (1.0%) | 207 (5.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 61 (1.3%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 192 (4.0%) | 285 (7.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 81 (1.7%) | 90 (2.2%) |
| Total | 4,811 (100.0%) | 4,018 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Gunnison County
Occupancy by Ownership in Gunnison County
Of the total 7,759 dwellings in Gunnison County, owner-occupied units account for 4,898 (63.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,861 (36.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,898 | 63.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,861 | 36.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,759 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Gunnison County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,197 | 28.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,317 | 42.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,080 | 13.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,165 | 15.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,759 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gunnison County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,255 (57.1%) | 942 (42.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,133 (64.3%) | 1,184 (35.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 673 (62.3%) | 407 (37.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 837 (71.9%) | 328 (28.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,898 (63.1%) | 2,861 (36.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gunnison County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 34 (23.3%) | 112 (76.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 675 (51.6%) | 632 (48.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,206 (59.7%) | 813 (40.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,983 (69.6%) | 1,304 (30.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gunnison County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,497 | 32.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,358 | 17.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,328 | 17.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,028 | 13.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,044 | 13.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 403 | 5.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 101 | 1.3% |
| Total | 7,759 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Gunnison County
Median Income by Occupancy in Gunnison County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,898 (63.1%) | $91,591 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,861 (36.9%) | $54,707 |
| Average | 7,759 (100.0%) | $76,538 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gunnison County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 62 (1.3%) | 49 (1.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 59 (1.2%) | 154 (5.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 55 (1.1%) | 68 (2.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 103 (2.1%) | 162 (5.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 191 (3.9%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 380 (7.8%) | 344 (12.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 332 (6.8%) | 527 (18.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 548 (11.2%) | 767 (26.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 886 (18.1%) | 269 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 891 (18.2%) | 413 (14.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,391 (28.4%) | 107 (3.7%) |
| Total | 4,898 (100.0%) | 2,861 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gunnison County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 297 (6.1%) | 64 (2.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 652 (13.3%) | 30 (1.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 667 (13.6%) | 309 (10.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 290 (5.9%) | 558 (19.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 710 (14.5%) | 794 (27.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 802 (16.4%) | 513 (17.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 614 (12.5%) | 308 (10.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 279 (5.7%) | 20 (0.7%) |
| $3,000 or more | 587 (12.0%) | 51 (1.8%) |
| Total | 4,898 (100.0%) | 2,861 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Gunnison County
Housing Structures in Gunnison County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,607 | 59.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 462 | 5.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 421 | 5.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 627 | 8.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 619 | 8.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 574 | 7.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 449 | 5.8% |
| Total | 7,759 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gunnison County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,962 (86.0%) | 645 (14.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 234 (50.6%) | 228 (49.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 117 (27.8%) | 304 (72.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 171 (27.3%) | 456 (72.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 106 (17.1%) | 513 (82.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 98 (17.1%) | 476 (82.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 210 (46.8%) | 239 (53.2%) |
| Total | 4,898 (63.1%) | 2,861 (36.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gunnison County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 43 (0.9%) | 124 (4.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 570 (11.6%) | 936 (32.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,876 (38.3%) | 1,349 (47.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,575 (32.2%) | 406 (14.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 834 (17.0%) | 46 (1.6%) |
| Total | 4,898 (100.0%) | 2,861 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gunnison County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,993 (40.7%) | 1,058 (37.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 643 (13.1%) | 113 (4.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,120 (22.9%) | 1,524 (53.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 24 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 14 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,095 (22.4%) | 151 (5.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 9 (0.2%) | 15 (0.5%) |
| Total | 4,898 (100.0%) | 2,861 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Gunnison County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 49 (1.0%) | 111 (3.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,200 (24.5%) | 1,006 (35.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,124 (43.4%) | 978 (34.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,525 (31.1%) | 766 (26.8%) |
| Total | 4,898 (100.0%) | 2,861 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Gunnison County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gunnison County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,875 | 3,023 |
| Median Property Value | $517,900 | $539,900 |
| Median Household Income | $79,417 | $893 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $497 | $587 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,547 | $59 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gunnison County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 130 (6.9%) | 26 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 51 (2.7%) | 20 (0.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 299 (16.0%) | 221 (7.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 425 (22.7%) | 1,151 (38.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 455 (24.3%) | 586 (19.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 302 (16.1%) | 535 (17.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 213 (11.4%) | 484 (16.0%) |
| Total | 1,875 (100.0%) | 3,023 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gunnison County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 87 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 187 (10.0%) | 34 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 200 (10.7%) | 162 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 184 (9.8%) | 180 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 262 (14.0%) | 148 (4.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 196 (10.4%) | 286 (9.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 261 (13.9%) | 690 (22.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 498 (26.6%) | 630 (20.8%) |
| Total | 1,875 (100.0%) | 3,023 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gunnison County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 207 (11.0%) | 107,798 (3,565.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 225 (12.0%) | 228 (7.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 202 (10.8%) | 282 (9.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,226 (65.4%) | 365 (12.1%) |
| Total | 1,875 (100.0%) | 3,023 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gunnison County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 419 (22.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 481 (25.7%) | 233 (7.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 943 (50.3%) | 1,006 (33.3%) |
| Total | 1,875 (100.0%) | 3,023 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Gunnison County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gunnison County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 713 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,254 (98.8%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,438 (83.9%) | 468 (16.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,032 (88.5%) | 265 (11.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,282 (96.3%) | 89 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,892 (90.9%) | 190 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,807 (91.8%) | 161 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,560 (99.1%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 749 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,727 (92.8%) | 1,215 (7.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gunnison County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 713 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,254 (98.8%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,438 (83.9%) | 468 (16.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gunnison County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,333 (94.4%) | 79 (5.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,255 (89.8%) | 257 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,078 (83.8%) | 403 (16.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,232 (91.4%) | 210 (8.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,941 (96.9%) | 220 (3.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gunnison County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 320 (44.9%) | 415 (58.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 682 (29.9%) | 1,602 (70.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 311 (10.7%) | 2,128 (73.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 341 (14.8%) | 1,727 (75.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 240 (10.1%) | 2,070 (87.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 229 (11.0%) | 1,715 (82.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 284 (14.4%) | 1,558 (79.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,435 (91.2%) | 951 (60.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 742 (99.1%) | 499 (66.6%) |
| Total | 4,584 (27.1%) | 12,665 (74.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gunnison County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 85 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 149 (4.9%) | 51 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 236 (7.2%) | 169 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 181 (21.2%) | 145 (20.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 152 (36.9%) | 78 (23.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gunnison County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 76 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.1%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 80 (2.4%) | 57 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 70 (8.2%) | 38 (5.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 86 (20.9%) | 30 (8.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (0.7%) | 39 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (8.0%) | 35 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (2.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 76 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 140 (4.6%) | 26 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 98 (3.0%) | 56 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (1.2%) | 11 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (0.5%) | 40 (11.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (2.0%) | 75 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 92 (10.8%) | 108 (15.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 74 (18.0%) | 40 (11.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 67 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 15 (0.4%) | 58 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 22 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (5.0%) |
Technology Access in Gunnison County
Computing Device Access in Gunnison County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,662 | 85.9% |
| Smartphone | 7,242 | 93.3% |
| Tablet | 4,944 | 63.7% |
| No Computing Device | 162 | 2.1% |
| Total | 7,759 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Gunnison County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 11 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 5,853 | 75.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 450 | 5.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,017 | 13.1% |
| No Internet | 525 | 6.8% |
| Total | 7,759 | 100.0% |
Gunnison County Summary
Gunnison County is located in the western part of the state of Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains. It is bordered by Montrose County to the north, Delta County to the east, Hinsdale County to the south, and San Miguel County to the west. The county seat is Gunnison, and the county has a total area of 3,260 square miles.
Gunnison County was established in 1877 and named after John W. Gunnison, a U.S. Army officer and explorer who surveyed the area in 1853. The county is home to the Gunnison National Forest, which covers 1.3 million acres and is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and black bear.
Geography
Gunnison County is located in the Rocky Mountains of western Colorado. The county is home to the Gunnison National Forest, which covers 1.3 million acres and is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and black bear. The county is also home to the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, which is known for its steep and rugged terrain. The county is also home to the Curecanti National Recreation Area, which is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and camping.
The county has a total area of 3,260 square miles, with an elevation ranging from 6,000 to 14,000 feet. The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Elk Mountains, the West Elk Mountains, the San Juan Mountains, and the Sawatch Range. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Gunnison River, the Taylor River, and the Dolores River.
Economy
Gunnison County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, tourism, and energy production. Agriculture is the largest sector of the economy, with cattle ranching and hay production being the main agricultural activities. Tourism is also a major industry in the county, with visitors coming to enjoy the outdoor recreation opportunities, such as skiing, fishing, and camping.
The county is also home to several energy production facilities, including coal mines, natural gas wells, and hydroelectric power plants. The county is also home to several ski resorts, including Crested Butte Mountain Resort, Monarch Mountain, and Powderhorn Mountain Resort.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Gunnison County was 15,324. The population is spread out with a median age of 37.7 years. The racial makeup of the county is 91.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races.
The largest ancestry groups in the county are German (25.2%), English (17.2%), Irish (14.2%), and Mexican (10.2%). The median household income in the county is $45,945, and the median family income is $54,945. The per capita income in the county is $25,945.
Conclusion
Gunnison County is located in the western part of the state of Colorado, in the Rocky Mountains. It is home to the Gunnison National Forest, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, and the Curecanti National Recreation Area. The county has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, tourism, and energy production. The population of the county is 15,324, with a median age of 37.7 years. The largest ancestry groups in the county are German, English, Irish, and Mexican. The median household income in the county is $45,945, and the per capita income is $25,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Gunnison County?
Total Population of Gunnison County is 17,018.
What is the Total Male Population of Gunnison County?
Total Male Population of Gunnison County is 9,190.
What is the Total Female Population of Gunnison County?
Total Female Population of Gunnison County is 7,828.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gunnison County?
There are 117.40 Males per 100 Females in Gunnison County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gunnison County?
There are 85.18 Females per 100 Males in Gunnison County.
What is the Median Population Age in Gunnison County?
Median Population Age in Gunnison County is 36.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gunnison County
Average Family Size in Gunnison County is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gunnison County
Average Household Size in Gunnison County is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Gunnison County?
Per Capita income in Gunnison County is $44,167.
What is the Median Family Income in Gunnison County?
Median Family Income in Gunnison County is $113,112.
What is the Median Household income in Gunnison County?
Median Household Income in Gunnison County is $76,538.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gunnison County?
Income or Wage Gap in Gunnison County is 12.3%.
Women in Gunnison County earn 87.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gunnison County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gunnison County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gunnison County?
There are 10,815 People in the Labor Forcein in Gunnison County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gunnison County?
73.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Gunnison County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gunnison County?
Unemployment Rate in Gunnison County is 3.6%.