Arvada, CO Local Data & Statistics

State: CO

Total population: 122,634 Household income: $117,348 Rent: $1,888

Overview

Total population

122,634

Rent

$1,888

Year built

1979

Household income

$117,348

Per capita income

$59,662

Poverty rate

5.8%

Unemployment rate

4.3%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

50.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Colorado

Total population

122,634

Adults over 25

89,945

Total households

49,881

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$117,348

Per capita income

$59,662

Poverty rate

5.8%

Unemployment rate

4.3%

Rent over 30% of income

50.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,888

Year built

1979

Households that rent

24.7%

Households that own

75.3%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.7

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

80.3%

Black

Asian

2.7%

Two or more races

12.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

15.8%

Not Hispanic or Latino

84.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

75.5%

Commute time to work

26 mins

Work from home

24.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

20.7%

High school graduate or GED

19.6%

Some college or associate degree

8.2%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

51.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Arvada, CO with: Colorado United States

Arvada, CO

Total population122,634

Rent$1,888

Year built1979

Household income$117,348

Per capita income$59,662

Poverty rate5.8%

Unemployment rate4.3%

Colorado State

Total population5,862,189

Rent$1,761

Year built1988

Household income$95,470

Per capita income$52,636

Poverty rate9.4%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityArvada, CO	StateColorado	CountryUnited States
Total population	122,634	5,862,189	334,922,499
Rent	$1,888	$1,761	$1,413
Year built	1979	1988	1980
Household income	$117,348	$95,470	$80,734
Per capita income	$59,662	$52,636	$44,673
Poverty rate	5.8%	9.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.3%	4.3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Arvada, CO, Colorado and United States →

Summary for Arvada, CO

Arvada is located in Colorado.

Rent & Income

In Arvada, the typical monthly rent is $1,888 and the typical household income is $117,348. Rent here is higher than in both Colorado and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 5.8%, which is lower than in both Colorado and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 24.7% of households. About 50.4% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 51.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is similar to Colorado and higher than the national rate.

Arvada, CO — Rent vs Household Income

Arvada, CO — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Arvada, CO compares in Colorado (19 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,888	13 / 19	from lower rent	$1,082 – $2,148
Household income	$117,348	5 / 19	from higher income	$56,664 – $145,197
Poverty rate	5.8%	4 / 19	from lower poverty	3.3% – 21.5%
Unemployment rate	4.3%	6 / 19	from lower unemployment	3.9% – 6.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Colorado with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Arvada, CO

Rent

Arvada ranks 13th out of 19 large places in Colorado for rent. Statewide rents range from $1,082 in Pueblo, CO to $2,148 in Centennial, CO.

Household income

Looking at household income, Arvada places 5th out of 19 significant areas. Incomes across Colorado range between $56,664 in Pueblo, CO and $145,197 in Castle Rock, CO.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Arvada in 4th place among 19 significant areas. Across Colorado, poverty ranges between 3.3% and 21.5%.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Arvada is ranked 6th out of 19 major areas. Across Colorado, rates go from 3.9% in Fort Collins, CO up to 6.6% in Pueblo, CO.

💰 Rent in Arvada, CO (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,888 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Arvada, CO

Annual Household Income: $117,348

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Arvada, CO

Estimated Rate: 5.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Arvada, CO

In Arvada, CO, households that rent: 12,308 (24.7%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	12,308	24.7%
Owner-Occupied	37,573	75.3%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Arvada, CO

In Arvada, CO, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 6,203 (50.4%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	6,203	50.4%
Other renter households	6,105	49.6%
Total renter households	12,308	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Arvada, CO

Less than High School: 18,602 people (20.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 17,614 people (19.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 7,361 people (8.2%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 46,368 people (51.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 89,945

📊 Unemployment Rate in Arvada, CO

Estimated Rate: 4.3%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.