Pitkin County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,549, reflecting a -0.28% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Pitkin County is the 31st largest county in Colorado. The 2010 population was 17,156 and has grown -3.54% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.2 years
Female: 47.1 years
Male: 47.3 years
There are 14,501 adults, (3,875 of whom are seniors) in Pitkin County.
Female: 8,401 (49.5%)
Male: 8,584 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Pitkin County includes 83.6% White, 5.35% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,200 | 83.6% |
| Two or more races | 1,389 | 8.18% |
| Other race | 908 | 5.35% |
| Asian | 341 | 2.01% |
| Black or African American | 95 | 0.56% |
| Native American | 52 | 0.31% |
Pitkin County 's average per capita income is $61,349. Household income levels show a median of $102,645. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $143,856 | - |
| Families | $134,740 | $274,251 |
| Households | $102,645 | $192,754 |
| Non Families | $70,500 | $117,375 |
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