Teller County, CO
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Teller County Overview
24,758
TOTAL POPULATION
12,427
MALE POPULATION
12,331
FEMALE POPULATION
100.78
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.23
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,836
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,829
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,655
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,009
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Teller County Area Codes
Race in Teller County
The most populous races in Teller County are White / Caucasian (21,920 | 88.5%), Two or more Races (2,280 | 9.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,967 | 7.9%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 49 | 0.2% |
Black / African American | 214 | 0.9% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 28 | 0.1% |
Hispanic or Latino | 1,967 | 7.9% |
Native / Alaskan | 115 | 0.5% |
White / Caucasian | 21,920 | 88.5% |
Two or more Races | 2,280 | 9.2% |
Some other Race | 152 | 0.6% |
Total | 24,758 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Teller County
The most populous ancestries reported in Teller County are German (5,133 | 20.7%), Irish (3,513 | 14.2%), English (2,973 | 12.0%), American (1,035 | 4.2%), and Italian (936 | 3.8%), together accounting for 54.9% of all Teller County residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
African | 53 | 0.2% |
American | 1,035 | 4.2% |
Apache | 9 | 0.0% |
Arab | 30 | 0.1% |
Armenian | 15 | 0.1% |
Austrian | 34 | 0.1% |
Belgian | 17 | 0.1% |
Bhutanese | 5 | 0.0% |
Brazilian | 25 | 0.1% |
British | 227 | 0.9% |
Burmese | 100 | 0.4% |
Canadian | 57 | 0.2% |
Celtic | 13 | 0.1% |
Cherokee | 281 | 1.1% |
Colombian | 100 | 0.4% |
Croatian | 11 | 0.0% |
Cuban | 11 | 0.0% |
Czech | 254 | 1.0% |
Czechoslovakian | 8 | 0.0% |
Danish | 201 | 0.8% |
Delaware | 9 | 0.0% |
Dutch | 439 | 1.8% |
Eastern European | 77 | 0.3% |
Egyptian | 17 | 0.1% |
English | 2,973 | 12.0% |
Estonian | 8 | 0.0% |
European | 772 | 3.1% |
Finnish | 47 | 0.2% |
French | 907 | 3.7% |
French Canadian | 67 | 0.3% |
German | 5,133 | 20.7% |
Greek | 13 | 0.1% |
Guamanian / Chamorro | 21 | 0.1% |
Hungarian | 62 | 0.3% |
Indian (Asian) | 8 | 0.0% |
Inupiat | 47 | 0.2% |
Irish | 3,513 | 14.2% |
Italian | 936 | 3.8% |
Korean | 19 | 0.1% |
Laotian | 41 | 0.2% |
Lebanese | 13 | 0.1% |
Lithuanian | 44 | 0.2% |
Mexican | 894 | 3.6% |
Mexican American Indian | 20 | 0.1% |
Native Hawaiian | 7 | 0.0% |
Northern European | 85 | 0.3% |
Norwegian | 631 | 2.5% |
Osage | 40 | 0.2% |
Pakistani | 25 | 0.1% |
Palestinian | 7 | 0.0% |
Pennsylvania German | 29 | 0.1% |
Polish | 390 | 1.6% |
Portuguese | 37 | 0.2% |
Potawatomi | 22 | 0.1% |
Puerto Rican | 45 | 0.2% |
Puget Sound Salish | 13 | 0.1% |
Russian | 396 | 1.6% |
Scandinavian | 240 | 1.0% |
Scotch-Irish | 390 | 1.6% |
Scottish | 822 | 3.3% |
Serbian | 6 | 0.0% |
Slovak | 18 | 0.1% |
Slovene | 1 | 0.0% |
South American | 100 | 0.4% |
Spaniard | 285 | 1.1% |
Spanish | 194 | 0.8% |
Spanish American | 139 | 0.6% |
Sri Lankan | 24 | 0.1% |
Subsaharan African | 59 | 0.2% |
Swedish | 638 | 2.6% |
Swiss | 103 | 0.4% |
Ukrainian | 92 | 0.4% |
Welsh | 66 | 0.3% | View All 73 Rows |
Immigrants in Teller County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Teller County came from Europe (421 | 1.7%), Western Europe (227 | 0.9%), Germany (151 | 0.6%), Latin America (113 | 0.5%), and Eastern Europe (97 | 0.4%), together accounting for 4.1% of all Teller County residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Argentina | 10 | 0.0% |
Armenia | 3 | 0.0% |
Asia | 54 | 0.2% |
Australia | 85 | 0.3% |
Austria | 40 | 0.2% |
Brazil | 25 | 0.1% |
Canada | 49 | 0.2% |
Central America | 39 | 0.2% |
China | 8 | 0.0% |
Colombia | 39 | 0.2% |
Eastern Asia | 44 | 0.2% |
Eastern Europe | 97 | 0.4% |
England | 39 | 0.2% |
Europe | 421 | 1.7% |
France | 20 | 0.1% |
Germany | 151 | 0.6% |
Korea | 36 | 0.2% |
Kuwait | 7 | 0.0% |
Latin America | 113 | 0.5% |
Mexico | 39 | 0.2% |
Netherlands | 16 | 0.1% |
Northern Europe | 97 | 0.4% |
Norway | 15 | 0.1% |
Oceania | 85 | 0.3% |
Russia | 43 | 0.2% |
South America | 74 | 0.3% |
Ukraine | 54 | 0.2% |
Western Asia | 10 | 0.0% |
Western Europe | 227 | 0.9% | View All 29 Rows |
Sex and Age in Teller County
Sex and Age in Teller County
The most populous age groups in Teller County are 60 to 64 Years (1,391 | 11.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,469 | 11.9%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 517 (4.2%) | 421 (3.4%) |
5 to 9 Years | 741 (6.0%) | 588 (4.8%) |
10 to 14 Years | 440 (3.5%) | 643 (5.2%) |
15 to 19 Years | 439 (3.5%) | 656 (5.3%) |
20 to 24 Years | 542 (4.4%) | 447 (3.6%) |
25 to 29 Years | 652 (5.2%) | 575 (4.7%) |
30 to 34 Years | 657 (5.3%) | 568 (4.6%) |
35 to 39 Years | 848 (6.8%) | 651 (5.3%) |
40 to 44 Years | 548 (4.4%) | 631 (5.1%) |
45 to 49 Years | 808 (6.5%) | 644 (5.2%) |
50 to 54 Years | 849 (6.8%) | 1,052 (8.5%) |
55 to 59 Years | 1,001 (8.1%) | 1,123 (9.1%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,391 (11.2%) | 1,469 (11.9%) |
65 to 69 Years | 1,096 (8.8%) | 878 (7.1%) |
70 to 74 Years | 1,034 (8.3%) | 1,092 (8.9%) |
75 to 79 Years | 438 (3.5%) | 531 (4.3%) |
80 to 84 Years | 181 (1.5%) | 184 (1.5%) |
85 Years and over | 245 (2.0%) | 178 (1.4%) |
Total | 12,427 (100.0%) | 12,331 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Teller County
Median Family Size in Teller County
The median family size in Teller County is 2.72 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,919 | 83.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.8 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (580 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 5,919 (83.8%) | 2.80 |
Single Male/Father | 580 (8.2%) | 2.24 |
Single Female/Mother | 565 (8.0%) | 2.45 |
Total Families | 7,064 (100.0%) | 2.72 |
Median Household Size in Teller County
The median household size in Teller County is 2.23 persons per household, with married-couple households (5,919 | 53.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.82 persons per household. non-family households (3,976 | 36.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 5,919 (53.6%) | 2.82 |
Single Male/Father | 580 (5.2%) | 2.74 |
Single Female/Mother | 565 (5.1%) | 2.69 |
Non-family | 3,976 (36.0%) | 1.21 |
Total Households | 11,040 (100.0%) | 2.23 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Teller County
Out of a total of 11,040 households in Teller County, 7,064 (64.0%) are family households, while 3,976 (36.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,286, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,489.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 3,489 (31.6%) |
2-Person Households | 4,286 (38.8%) | 297 (2.7%) |
3-Person Households | 1,307 (11.8%) | 37 (0.3%) |
4-Person Households | 898 (8.1%) | 121 (1.1%) |
5-Person Households | 415 (3.8%) | 14 (0.1%) |
6-Person Households | 72 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 86 (0.8%) | 18 (0.2%) |
Total | 7,064 (64.0%) | 3,976 (36.0%) |
Female Fertility in Teller County
Fertility by Age in Teller County
Average fertility rate in Teller County is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% 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 | 94 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 94 (100.0%) | 21.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Teller County
81.9% of women with births (94) in Teller County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 18.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 18.1% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 77 (81.9%) | 17 (18.1%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 77 (81.9%) | 17 (18.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Teller 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 | 94 (100.0%) | 56.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 94 (100.0%) | 21.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Teller County
18.1% of women with births in Teller County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 81.9% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 18.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
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 | 77 (81.9%) | 17 (18.1%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 77 (81.9%) | 17 (18.1%) |
Income in Teller County
Income Overview in Teller County
Per Capita Income in Teller County is $41,836, while median incomes of families and households are $88,829 and $69,655 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 24,758 | $41,836 |
Median Family Income | 7,064 | $88,829 |
Mean Family Income | 7,064 | $109,798 |
Median Household Income | 11,040 | $69,655 |
Mean Household Income | 11,040 | $94,263 |
Income Deficit | 7,064 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 24,758 | 37.50% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 24,758 | 62.50¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 24,758 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Teller County
Average Earnings in Teller County are $42,865, $54,219 for men and $33,885 for women, a difference of 37.5%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 6,843 (52.5%) | $54,219 |
Female | 6,199 (47.5%) | $33,885 |
Total | 13,042 (100.0%) | $42,865 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Teller County
The most common earnings brackets in Teller County are $100,000+ for men (1,441 | 21.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (677 | 10.9%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 174 (2.5%) | 511 (8.2%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 251 (3.7%) | 312 (5.0%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 170 (2.5%) | 359 (5.8%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 147 (2.1%) | 294 (4.7%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 138 (2.0%) | 203 (3.3%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 116 (1.7%) | 224 (3.6%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 199 (2.9%) | 195 (3.2%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 33 (0.5%) | 116 (1.9%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 121 (1.8%) | 121 (1.9%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 196 (2.9%) | 109 (1.8%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 271 (4.0%) | 165 (2.7%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 299 (4.4%) | 677 (10.9%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 428 (6.2%) | 462 (7.4%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 236 (3.5%) | 222 (3.6%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 261 (3.8%) | 228 (3.7%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 444 (6.5%) | 498 (8.0%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 563 (8.2%) | 400 (6.5%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 458 (6.7%) | 284 (4.6%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 897 (13.1%) | 494 (8.0%) |
$100,000+ | 1,441 (21.1%) | 325 (5.2%) |
Total | 6,843 (100.0%) | 6,199 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Teller County
Average earnings in Teller County are $57,439 for men and $35,933 for women, a difference of 37.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,650, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $49,393. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,512, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,971.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | $50,841 | $28,971 |
High School Diploma | $49,393 | $33,687 |
College or Associate's Degree | $55,244 | $30,285 |
Bachelor's Degree | $83,071 | $39,942 |
Graduate Degree | $86,650 | $53,512 |
Total | $57,439 | $35,933 |
Family Income in Teller County
Family Income Brackets in Teller County
According to the Teller County family income data, there are 1,844 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 64 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 85 | 1.2% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 64 | 0.9% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 113 | 1.6% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 184 | 2.6% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 692 | 9.8% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,752 | 24.8% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 918 | 13.0% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,844 | 26.1% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 600 | 8.5% |
$200,000+ | 812 | 11.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Teller County
6-person families (66 | 0.9%) account for the highest median family income in Teller County with $238,065 per family, while 6-person families (66 | 0.9%) have the highest median income of $39,678 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 4,610 (65.3%) | $77,227 |
3-Person Families | 1,118 (15.8%) | $102,422 |
4-Person Families | 861 (12.2%) | $107,011 |
5-Person Families | 341 (4.8%) | $98,021 |
6-Person Families | 66 (0.9%) | $238,065 |
7+ Person Families | 68 (1.0%) | $113,750 |
Total | 7,064 (100.0%) | $88,829 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Teller County
The median family income in Teller County is $88,829, with families comprising 3+ earners (621) having the highest median family income of $131,307, while families with no earners (1,400) have the lowest median family income of $59,943, accounting for 8.8% and 19.8% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 1,400 (19.8%) | $59,943 |
1 Earner | 2,436 (34.5%) | $71,383 |
2 Earners | 2,607 (36.9%) | $120,152 |
3+ Earners | 621 (8.8%) | $131,307 |
Total | 7,064 (100.0%) | $88,829 |
Household Income in Teller County
Household Income Brackets in Teller County
With 2,274 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Teller County, accounting for 20.6% of all households. In contrast, only 342 households (3.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 342 | 3.1% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 364 | 3.3% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 662 | 6.0% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 618 | 5.6% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 1,557 | 14.1% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 2,219 | 20.1% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,314 | 11.9% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 2,274 | 20.6% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 662 | 6.0% |
$200,000+ | 1,038 | 9.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Teller County
The median household income in Teller County is $69,655, with the highest median household income of $88,641 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,299 households (20.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,768, with 250 households (2.3%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 250 (2.3%) | $42,768 |
25 to 44 Years | 2,299 (20.8%) | $88,641 |
45 to 64 Years | 4,757 (43.1%) | $82,792 |
65+ Years | 3,734 (33.8%) | $55,647 |
Total | 11,040 (100.0%) | $69,655 |
Poverty in Teller County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Teller County
With 5.7% poverty level for males and 8.3% for females among the residents of Teller County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 148 males (20.4%) and 179 females (31.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 46 (8.9%) | 43 (10.4%) |
5 Years | 10 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 22 (3.0%) | 85 (10.3%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 13 (7.4%) | 22 (9.2%) |
18 to 24 Years | 148 (20.4%) | 179 (31.5%) |
25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 148 (13.1%) |
35 to 44 Years | 72 (5.2%) | 72 (5.6%) |
45 to 54 Years | 123 (7.4%) | 110 (6.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 98 (4.1%) | 155 (6.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 158 (7.5%) | 115 (5.8%) |
75 Years and over | 14 (1.6%) | 94 (10.8%) |
Total | 704 (5.7%) | 1,023 (8.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Teller County
According to the poverty statistics in Teller County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 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 | 470 (91.1%) | 370 (89.6%) |
5 Years | 189 (95.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 708 (97.0%) | 736 (89.6%) |
12 to 14 Years | 205 (100.0%) | 325 (100.0%) |
15 Years | 80 (100.0%) | 297 (100.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 163 (92.6%) | 216 (90.8%) |
18 to 24 Years | 577 (79.6%) | 389 (68.5%) |
25 to 34 Years | 1,305 (100.0%) | 986 (87.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,320 (94.8%) | 1,210 (94.4%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,534 (92.6%) | 1,586 (93.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 2,284 (95.9%) | 2,433 (94.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,958 (92.5%) | 1,855 (94.2%) |
75 Years and over | 841 (98.4%) | 772 (89.1%) |
Total | 11,634 (94.3%) | 11,260 (91.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Teller County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Teller County show that 1.7% or 98 of the total 5,919 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 24.2%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.0%, which includes 46 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 4,404 (99.0%) | 46 (1.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 1,141 (98.0%) | 23 (2.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 226 (94.6%) | 13 (5.4%) |
5 or more Children | 50 (75.8%) | 16 (24.2%) |
Total | 5,821 (98.3%) | 98 (1.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Teller County
According to the poverty data in Teller County, 2.9% or 17 single-father households and 12.0% or 68 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (4.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 63 households (16.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (16.4%) |
1 or 2 Children | 17 (4.8%) | 5 (2.8%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 17 (2.9%) | 68 (12.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Teller County
The poverty data for Teller County shows that 98 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 85 of the single-parent households (7.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (24.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 63 household (10.3%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 46 (1.0%) | 63 (10.3%) |
1 or 2 Children | 23 (2.0%) | 22 (4.1%) |
3 or 4 Children | 13 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 16 (24.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 98 (1.7%) | 85 (7.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Teller County
Employment by Class of Employer in Teller County
Among the 11,249 employed individuals in Teller County, private company employees (6,557 | 58.3%), local government employees (1,386 | 12.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,172 | 10.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 6,557 | 58.3% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 601 | 5.3% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 884 | 7.9% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,172 | 10.4% |
Local Government Employees | 1,386 | 12.3% |
State Government Employees | 309 | 2.8% |
Federal Government Employees | 340 | 3.0% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 11,249 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Teller County
According to the labor force statistics for Teller County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (21,031), 57.1% or 12,009 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 456 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 83.0% or 1,018 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 28.1% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 217 (30.2%) | 61 (28.1%) |
20 to 24 Years | 712 (72.0%) | 42 (5.9%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,018 (83.0%) | 76 (7.5%) |
30 to 34 Years | 916 (74.8%) | 14 (1.5%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,212 (82.6%) | 108 (4.9%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,729 (81.4%) | 49 (1.8%) |
55 to 59 Years | 1,523 (71.7%) | 40 (2.6%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,876 (65.6%) | 51 (2.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 697 (17.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 116 (6.6%) | 21 (18.1%) |
Total | 12,009 (57.1%) | 456 (3.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Teller County
According to labor force statistics for Teller County, 76.3% of individuals (10,275) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,467) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 339 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 81.5% or 4,029 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.3% or 99 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 206 (62.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 2,297 (72.9%) | 135 (4.3%) |
College / Associate Degree | 3,746 (74.3%) | 91 (1.8%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,029 (81.5%) | 208 (4.2%) |
Total | 10,275 (76.3%) | 444 (3.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Teller County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Teller County are Management (1,684 | 14.6%), Community & Social Service (1,495 | 13.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,170 | 10.2%), Education Instruction & Library (814 | 7.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (695 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Teller County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (84.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (82.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (75.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (71.1%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 913 (54.2%) | 771 (45.8%) |
Business & Financial | 291 (52.1%) | 267 (47.8%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 985 (84.2%) | 185 (15.8%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 535 (82.4%) | 114 (17.6%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 304 (81.1%) | 71 (18.9%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 146 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 551 (36.9%) | 944 (63.1%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 68 (25.0%) | 204 (75.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 54 (45.4%) | 65 (54.6%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 235 (28.9%) | 579 (71.1%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 194 (66.9%) | 96 (33.1%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 181 (26.0%) | 514 (74.0%) |
Health Technologists | 168 (35.5%) | 305 (64.5%) |
Total (Category) | 2,921 (52.1%) | 2,681 (47.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 6,206 (53.9%) | 5,313 (46.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Teller County are Cleaning & Maintenance (628 | 5.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (303 | 2.6%), Security & Protection (268 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (209 | 1.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (183 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Teller County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (97.3%), Security & Protection (92.9%), and Law Enforcement (83.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (91.5%), Healthcare Support (73.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.0%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 56 (26.8%) | 153 (73.2%) |
Security & Protection | 249 (92.9%) | 19 (7.1%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 178 (97.3%) | 5 (2.7%) |
Law Enforcement | 71 (83.5%) | 14 (16.5%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 138 (45.5%) | 165 (54.5%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 245 (39.0%) | 383 (61.0%) |
Personal Care & Service | 15 (8.5%) | 161 (91.5%) |
Total (Category) | 703 (44.4%) | 881 (55.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 6,206 (53.9%) | 5,313 (46.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Teller County are Sales & Related (1,054 | 9.1%), and Office & Administration (1,015 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 565 (53.6%) | 489 (46.4%) |
Office & Administration | 183 (18.0%) | 832 (82.0%) |
Total (Category) | 748 (36.1%) | 1,321 (63.8%) |
Total (Overall) | 6,206 (53.9%) | 5,313 (46.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Teller County are Construction & Extraction (635 | 5.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (347 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (42 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 29 (69.1%) | 13 (30.9%) |
Construction & Extraction | 598 (94.2%) | 37 (5.8%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 338 (97.4%) | 9 (2.6%) |
Total (Category) | 965 (94.2%) | 59 (5.8%) |
Total (Overall) | 6,206 (53.9%) | 5,313 (46.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Teller County are Transportation (601 | 5.2%), Production (335 | 2.9%), and Material Moving (304 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 209 (62.4%) | 126 (37.6%) |
Transportation | 452 (75.2%) | 149 (24.8%) |
Material Moving | 208 (68.4%) | 96 (31.6%) |
Total (Category) | 869 (70.1%) | 371 (29.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 6,206 (53.9%) | 5,313 (46.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Teller County
Employment Industries in Teller County
The major employment industries in Teller County include Educational Services (1,374 | 11.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,242 | 10.8%), Professional & Scientific (1,171 | 10.2%), Retail Trade (1,138 | 9.9%), and Construction (968 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Teller County
The Teller County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (89.8%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (86.2%), and Construction (84.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (78.7%), Educational Services (63.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (60.9%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 125 (86.2%) | 20 (13.8%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 176 (89.8%) | 20 (10.2%) |
Construction | 816 (84.3%) | 152 (15.7%) |
Manufacturing | 484 (72.0%) | 188 (28.0%) |
Wholesale Trade | 122 (61.3%) | 77 (38.7%) |
Retail Trade | 704 (61.9%) | 434 (38.1%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 374 (58.9%) | 261 (41.1%) |
Utilities | 236 (70.7%) | 98 (29.3%) |
Information | 209 (82.6%) | 44 (17.4%) |
Finance & Insurance | 175 (58.1%) | 126 (41.9%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 80 (54.8%) | 66 (45.2%) |
Professional & Scientific | 604 (51.6%) | 567 (48.4%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 141 (42.1%) | 194 (57.9%) |
Educational Services | 506 (36.8%) | 868 (63.2%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 264 (21.3%) | 978 (78.7%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 286 (39.1%) | 446 (60.9%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 186 (46.7%) | 212 (53.3%) |
Public Administration | 344 (75.8%) | 110 (24.2%) |
Total | 6,206 (53.9%) | 5,313 (46.1%) |
Education in Teller County
School Enrollment in Teller County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,354 students in Teller County are high school (969 | 22.3%), middle school (929 | 21.3%), and elementary school (884 | 20.3%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 241 | 5.5% |
Kindergarten | 246 | 5.7% |
Elementary School | 884 | 20.3% |
Middle School | 929 | 21.3% |
High School | 969 | 22.3% |
College / Undergraduate | 724 | 16.6% |
Graduate / Professional | 361 | 8.3% |
Total | 4,354 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Teller County
Out of a total of 4,354 students who are enrolled in schools in Teller County, 975 (22.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,379 (77.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 129 (60.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 242 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 54 (46.6%) | 62 (53.4%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 1,017 (83.8%) | 196 (16.2%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 822 (78.9%) | 220 (21.1%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 731 (92.4%) | 60 (7.6%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 242 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 85 (39.7%) | 129 (60.3%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 162 (71.4%) | 65 (28.6%) |
35 Years and over | 267 (52.5%) | 242 (47.5%) |
Total | 3,379 (77.6%) | 975 (22.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Teller County
Business (1,598 | 20.2%), education (965 | 12.2%), social sciences (652 | 8.2%), arts & humanities (603 | 7.6%), and engineering (588 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 7,921 individuals in Teller County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 553 | 7.0% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 523 | 6.6% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 248 | 3.1% |
Psychology | 314 | 4.0% |
Social Sciences | 652 | 8.2% |
Engineering | 588 | 7.4% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 60 | 0.8% |
Science & Technology | 537 | 6.8% |
Business | 1,598 | 20.2% |
Education | 965 | 12.2% |
Literature & Languages | 353 | 4.5% |
Liberal Arts & History | 290 | 3.7% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 394 | 5.0% |
Communications | 243 | 3.1% |
Arts & Humanities | 603 | 7.6% |
Total | 7,921 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Teller County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Teller County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Teller County are males with 2 vehicles (2,449, accounting for 40.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,809, making up 47.7%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 52 (0.9%) | 6 (0.1%) |
1 Vehicle | 842 (13.8%) | 748 (14.6%) |
2 Vehicles | 2,449 (40.1%) | 1,809 (35.3%) |
3 Vehicles | 1,489 (24.4%) | 1,457 (28.4%) |
4 Vehicles | 572 (9.4%) | 665 (13.0%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 708 (11.6%) | 445 (8.7%) |
Total | 6,112 (100.0%) | 5,130 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Teller County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Teller County are 60 to 89 minutes (1,277 commuters, 13.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,238 commuters, 13.2%), and 45 to 59 minutes (1,211 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 354 | 3.8% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 1,238 | 13.2% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 895 | 9.5% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 946 | 10.1% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 559 | 5.9% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 431 | 4.6% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 699 | 7.4% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 961 | 10.2% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 416 | 4.4% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 1,211 | 12.9% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 1,277 | 13.6% |
90 or more Minutes | 404 | 4.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Teller County
The most common commute times in Teller County are 60 to 89 minutes (947 commuters, 18.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (687 commuters, 16.3%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 174 (3.4%) | 180 (4.3%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 551 (10.7%) | 687 (16.3%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 538 (10.4%) | 357 (8.5%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 488 (9.5%) | 458 (10.8%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 215 (4.2%) | 344 (8.1%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 149 (2.9%) | 282 (6.7%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 358 (6.9%) | 341 (8.1%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 504 (9.8%) | 457 (10.8%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 252 (4.9%) | 164 (3.9%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 690 (13.4%) | 521 (12.3%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 947 (18.3%) | 330 (7.8%) |
90 or more Minutes | 300 (5.8%) | 104 (2.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Teller County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Teller County are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (747, 14.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (590, 14.0%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 243 (4.7%) | 175 (4.1%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 455 (8.8%) | 81 (1.9%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 300 (5.8%) | 439 (10.4%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 665 (12.9%) | 385 (9.1%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 572 (11.1%) | 567 (13.4%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 609 (11.8%) | 469 (11.1%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 646 (12.5%) | 460 (10.9%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 747 (14.5%) | 590 (14.0%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 299 (5.8%) | 225 (5.3%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 269 (5.2%) | 130 (3.1%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 49 (0.9%) | 219 (5.2%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 81 (1.6%) | 44 (1.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 80 (1.5%) | 125 (3.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 151 (2.9%) | 316 (7.5%) |
Total | 5,166 (100.0%) | 4,225 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Teller County
Occupancy by Ownership in Teller County
Of the total 11,040 dwellings in Teller County, owner-occupied units account for 8,835 (80.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,205 (20.0%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 8,835 | 80.0% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,205 | 20.0% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 11,040 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Teller County
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 3,489 | 31.6% |
2-Person Household | 4,583 | 41.5% |
3-Person Household | 1,344 | 12.2% |
4+ Person Household | 1,624 | 14.7% |
Total Housing Units | 11,040 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Teller County
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 2,616 (75.0%) | 873 (25.0%) |
2-Person Household | 4,137 (90.3%) | 446 (9.7%) |
3-Person Household | 1,002 (74.6%) | 342 (25.5%) |
4+ Person Household | 1,080 (66.5%) | 544 (33.5%) |
Total Housing Units | 8,835 (80.0%) | 2,205 (20.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Teller County
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 269 (91.8%) | 24 (8.2%) |
High School Diploma | 1,519 (73.1%) | 558 (26.9%) |
College/Associate Degree | 3,330 (74.9%) | 1,119 (25.2%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,717 (88.1%) | 504 (11.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Teller County
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 976 | 8.8% |
35 to 44 Years | 1,573 | 14.2% |
45 to 54 Years | 1,838 | 16.7% |
55 to 64 Years | 2,919 | 26.4% |
65 to 74 Years | 2,728 | 24.7% |
75 to 84 Years | 866 | 7.8% |
85 Years and Over | 140 | 1.3% |
Total | 11,040 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Teller County
Median Income by Occupancy in Teller County
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 8,835 (80.0%) | $75,756 |
Renter-Occupied | 2,205 (20.0%) | $53,589 |
Average | 11,040 (100.0%) | $69,655 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Teller County
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 162 (1.8%) | 46 (2.1%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 118 (1.3%) | 16 (0.7%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 213 (2.4%) | 150 (6.8%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 132 (1.5%) | 51 (2.3%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 281 (3.2%) | 195 (8.8%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 381 (4.3%) | 240 (10.9%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 1,218 (13.8%) | 342 (15.5%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,852 (21.0%) | 363 (16.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,147 (13.0%) | 167 (7.6%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,831 (20.7%) | 441 (20.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 1,500 (17.0%) | 194 (8.8%) |
Total | 8,835 (100.0%) | 2,205 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Teller County
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 381 (4.3%) | 28 (1.3%) |
$300 to $499 | 1,113 (12.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500 to $799 | 1,194 (13.5%) | 212 (9.6%) |
$800 to $999 | 641 (7.3%) | 188 (8.5%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 1,865 (21.1%) | 479 (21.7%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 1,531 (17.3%) | 457 (20.7%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 1,177 (13.3%) | 481 (21.8%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 343 (3.9%) | 168 (7.6%) |
$3,000 or more | 590 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 8,835 (100.0%) | 2,205 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Teller County
Housing Structures in Teller County
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 9,287 | 84.1% |
Single Unit, Attached | 254 | 2.3% |
2 Unit Apartments | 48 | 0.4% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 249 | 2.3% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 216 | 2.0% |
10 or more Apartments | 291 | 2.6% |
Mobile Home / Other | 695 | 6.3% |
Total | 11,040 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Teller County
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 8,035 (86.5%) | 1,252 (13.5%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 188 (74.0%) | 66 (26.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 10 (20.8%) | 38 (79.2%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 78 (31.3%) | 171 (68.7%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 61 (28.2%) | 155 (71.8%) |
10 or more Apartments | 17 (5.8%) | 274 (94.2%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 446 (64.2%) | 249 (35.8%) |
Total | 8,835 (80.0%) | 2,205 (20.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Teller County
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 62 (0.7%) | 68 (3.1%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 645 (7.3%) | 501 (22.7%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 2,929 (33.2%) | 730 (33.1%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 2,540 (28.7%) | 709 (32.2%) |
8 or more Rooms | 2,659 (30.1%) | 197 (8.9%) |
Total | 8,835 (100.0%) | 2,205 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Teller County
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 4,553 (51.5%) | 1,107 (50.2%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,159 (24.4%) | 312 (14.1%) |
Electricity | 999 (11.3%) | 555 (25.2%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 22 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 1,086 (12.3%) | 231 (10.5%) |
No Fuel Used | 16 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 8,835 (100.0%) | 2,205 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Teller County
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 40 (0.4%) | 84 (3.8%) |
1 Vehicle | 1,872 (21.2%) | 971 (44.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 3,913 (44.3%) | 440 (20.0%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 3,010 (34.1%) | 710 (32.2%) |
Total | 8,835 (100.0%) | 2,205 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Teller County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Teller County
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 2,810 | 6,025 |
Median Property Value | $404,000 | $406,300 |
Median Household Income | $57,785 | $1,119 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $490 | $574 |
Real Estate Taxes | $1,332 | $45 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Teller County
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 70 (2.5%) | 131 (2.2%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 120 (4.3%) | 25 (0.4%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 741 (26.4%) | 1,872 (31.1%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 980 (34.9%) | 2,072 (34.4%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 712 (25.3%) | 1,569 (26.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 73 (2.6%) | 218 (3.6%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 114 (4.1%) | 138 (2.3%) |
Total | 2,810 (100.0%) | 6,025 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Teller County
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 85 (3.0%) | 71 (1.2%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 354 (12.6%) | 195 (3.2%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 211 (7.5%) | 272 (4.5%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 482 (17.2%) | 170 (2.8%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 652 (23.2%) | 736 (12.2%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 222 (7.9%) | 1,200 (19.9%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 423 (15.0%) | 925 (15.3%) |
$150,000 or more | 381 (13.6%) | 1,408 (23.4%) |
Total | 2,810 (100.0%) | 6,025 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Teller County
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 411 (14.6%) | 84,067 (1,395.3%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 229 (8.2%) | 554 (9.2%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 233 (8.3%) | 794 (13.2%) |
4.0x or more | 1,909 (67.9%) | 1,448 (24.0%) |
Total | 2,810 (100.0%) | 6,025 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Teller County
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 812 (28.9%) | 92 (1.5%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 802 (28.5%) | 1,119 (18.6%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 1,137 (40.5%) | 1,740 (28.9%) |
Total | 2,810 (100.0%) | 6,025 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Teller County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Teller County
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 1,197 (98.0%) | 25 (2.1%) |
6 to 18 Years | 3,045 (98.4%) | 50 (1.6%) |
19 to 25 Years | 1,236 (97.9%) | 26 (2.1%) |
26 to 34 Years | 1,944 (85.7%) | 324 (14.3%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,296 (86.3%) | 364 (13.7%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,860 (85.3%) | 493 (14.7%) |
55 to 64 Years | 4,541 (91.4%) | 429 (8.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 4,067 (99.5%) | 19 (0.5%) |
75 Years and older | 1,721 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 22,907 (93.0%) | 1,730 (7.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Teller County
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 1,197 (98.0%) | 25 (2.1%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,045 (98.4%) | 50 (1.6%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,236 (97.9%) | 26 (2.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Teller County
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 1,621 (93.7%) | 109 (6.3%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 3,434 (93.2%) | 252 (6.8%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 4,257 (89.3%) | 511 (10.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2,841 (91.7%) | 257 (8.3%) |
$100,000 and over | 10,730 (94.7%) | 600 (5.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Teller County
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 570 (46.6%) | 692 (56.6%) |
6 to 18 Years | 1,419 (45.9%) | 1,860 (60.1%) |
19 to 25 Years | 413 (32.7%) | 899 (71.2%) |
25 to 34 Years | 355 (15.7%) | 1,603 (70.7%) |
35 to 44 Years | 462 (17.4%) | 1,882 (70.8%) |
45 to 54 Years | 881 (26.3%) | 2,073 (61.8%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,079 (21.7%) | 3,929 (79.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3,991 (97.7%) | 1,846 (45.2%) |
75 Years and over | 1,702 (98.9%) | 1,157 (67.2%) |
Total | 10,872 (44.1%) | 15,941 (64.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Teller County
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 60 (4.2%) | 47 (2.7%) |
18 to 34 Years | 284 (14.2%) | 102 (6.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 584 (10.8%) | 546 (9.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 616 (29.1%) | 490 (24.9%) |
75 Years and over | 444 (51.9%) | 217 (25.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Teller County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (1.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 58 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 331 (6.1%) | 179 (3.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 417 (19.7%) | 203 (10.3%) |
75 Years and over | 336 (39.3%) | 101 (11.7%) |
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 | 109 (5.4%) | 83 (4.9%) |
35 to 64 Years | 78 (1.4%) | 10 (0.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 107 (5.1%) | 97 (4.9%) |
75 Years and over | 13 (1.5%) | 14 (1.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 60 (4.2%) | 19 (1.1%) |
18 to 34 Years | 97 (4.8%) | 85 (5.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 134 (2.5%) | 151 (2.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 65 (3.1%) | 47 (2.4%) |
75 Years and over | 79 (9.2%) | 58 (6.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 20 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 90 (4.5%) | 76 (4.5%) |
35 to 64 Years | 245 (4.5%) | 225 (4.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 295 (13.9%) | 234 (11.9%) |
75 Years and over | 151 (17.7%) | 142 (16.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 20 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 28 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 68 (1.3%) | 45 (0.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 63 (3.0%) | 16 (0.8%) |
75 Years and over | 28 (3.3%) | 81 (9.3%) |
Technology Access in Teller County
Computing Device Access in Teller County
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 9,428 | 85.4% |
Smartphone | 9,486 | 85.9% |
Tablet | 6,796 | 61.6% |
No Computing Device | 622 | 5.6% |
Total | 11,040 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Teller County
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 35 | 0.3% |
Broadband Home | 7,063 | 64.0% |
Cellular Data Only | 1,039 | 9.4% |
Satellite Internet | 2,281 | 20.7% |
No Internet | 1,012 | 9.2% |
Total | 11,040 | 100.0% |
Teller County Summary
Teller County is a county located in the central part of the state of Colorado in the United States. It is part of the Colorado Springs, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population was 23,350. The county seat is Cripple Creek.
Geography
Teller County is located in the central part of Colorado, and is bordered by El Paso County to the north, Park County to the east, Fremont County to the south, and Teller County to the west. The county covers an area of 1,890 square miles, making it the fourth-largest county in Colorado. The county is located in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, and is home to several mountain peaks, including Pikes Peak, which is the highest peak in the county at 14,115 feet. The county also contains several mountain ranges, including the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Mosquito Range, and the Rampart Range.
The county is home to several rivers and streams, including the Arkansas River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county also contains several reservoirs, including Eleven Mile Reservoir, Spinney Mountain Reservoir, and Antero Reservoir.
The county is home to several state parks, including Mueller State Park, Eleven Mile State Park, and Spinney Mountain State Park.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 23,350 people, 8,945 households, and 6,541 families residing in the county. The population density was 12.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 92.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. 8.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $50,945, and the median income for a family was $60,945. The per capita income for the county was $25,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Teller County is home to several industries, including tourism, mining, and agriculture. The county is home to several tourist attractions, including the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Cripple Creek Heritage Center, and the Cripple Creek District Museum.
The county is also home to several mining operations, including the Cresson Mine, the Victor Gold Mine, and the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine. The county is also home to several agricultural operations, including cattle ranches, hay farms, and vegetable farms.
History
Teller County was created in 1899 from portions of El Paso and Fremont counties. It was named after former U.S. Senator Henry M. Teller, who served as Secretary of the Interior under President Grover Cleveland.
The county was originally home to several Native American tribes, including the Ute, Arapaho, and Cheyenne. The county was also home to several mining operations, including the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine, which was the largest gold mine in the world at the time.
The county was also home to several towns, including Cripple Creek, Victor, and Divide. The county was also home to several railroads, including the Colorado Midland Railway, the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad, and the Florence & Cripple Creek Railroad.
The county was also home to several military installations, including Camp Hale, which was used as a training camp for the 10th Mountain Division during World War II.
Today, Teller County is home to several tourist attractions, including the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Cripple Creek Heritage Center, and the Cripple Creek District Museum. The county is also home to several mining operations, including the Cresson Mine, the Victor Gold Mine, and the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine. The county is also home to several agricultural operations, including cattle ranches, hay farms, and vegetable farms.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Teller County?
Total Population of Teller County is 24,758.
What is the Total Male Population of Teller County?
Total Male Population of Teller County is 12,427.
What is the Total Female Population of Teller County?
Total Female Population of Teller County is 12,331.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Teller County?
There are 100.78 Males per 100 Females in Teller County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Teller County?
There are 99.23 Females per 100 Males in Teller County.
What is the Median Population Age in Teller County?
Median Population Age in Teller County is 51.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Teller County
Average Family Size in Teller County is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Teller County
Average Household Size in Teller County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Teller County?
Per Capita income in Teller County is $41,836.
What is the Median Family Income in Teller County?
Median Family Income in Teller County is $88,829.
What is the Median Household income in Teller County?
Median Household Income in Teller County is $69,655.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Teller County?
Income or Wage Gap in Teller County is 37.5%.
Women in Teller County earn 62.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Teller County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Teller County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Teller County?
There are 12,009 People in the Labor Forcein in Teller County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Teller County?
57.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Teller County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Teller County?
Unemployment Rate in Teller County is 3.8%.