Castle Rock, CO Local Data & Statistics

State: CO

Total population: 79,123 Household income: $145,197 Rent: $2,000

Overview

Total population

79,123

Rent

$2,000

Year built

2007

Household income

$145,197

Per capita income

$62,170

Poverty rate

3.8%

Unemployment rate

4.2%

Household size

2.8 persons

Rent over 30% of income

58.8%

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

79,123

Adults over 25

52,295

Total households

28,219

Household size

2.8 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

$145,197

Per capita income

$62,170

Poverty rate

3.8%

Unemployment rate

4.2%

Rent over 30% of income

58.8%

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

Housing

Rent

$2,000

Year built

2007

Households that rent

21.2%

Households that own

78.8%

Rooms per home (all homes)

7.1

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

Race

White

81.2%

Black

0.8%

Asian

2.6%

Two or more races

11.9%

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

11.7%

Not Hispanic or Latino

88.3%

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

71.2%

Commute time to work

29 mins

Work from home

28.8%

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

22.4%

High school graduate or GED

13.7%

Some college or associate degree

Bachelor’s degree or higher

55.9%

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

Comparison of Castle Rock, CO with: Colorado United States

Castle Rock, CO

Total population79,123

Rent$2,000

Year built2007

Household income$145,197

Per capita income$62,170

Poverty rate3.8%

Unemployment rate4.2%

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	TownCastle Rock, CO	StateColorado	CountryUnited States
Total population	79,123	5,862,189	334,922,499
Rent	$2,000	$1,761	$1,413
Year built	2007	1988	1980
Household income	$145,197	$95,470	$80,734
Per capita income	$62,170	$52,636	$44,673
Poverty rate	3.8%	9.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.2%	4.3%	4%

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

Summary for Castle Rock, CO

Castle Rock is located in Colorado.

Rent & Income

In Castle Rock, the typical monthly rent is $2,000 and the typical household income is $145,197. 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 3.8%, which is lower than in both Colorado and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 21.2% of households. About 58.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 55.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is similar to both Colorado and the national rate.

Castle Rock, CO — Rent vs Household Income

Castle Rock, CO — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Castle Rock, CO compares in Colorado (19 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$2,000	15 / 19	from lower rent	$1,082 – $2,148
Household income	$145,197	1 / 19	from higher income	$56,664 – $145,197
Poverty rate	3.8%	2 / 19	from lower poverty	3.3% – 21.5%
Unemployment rate	4.2%	4 / 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 Castle Rock, CO

Rent

In rent comparisons, Castle Rock comes in 15th out of 19 large places. Across Colorado, rents vary from $1,082 in Pueblo, CO to $2,148 in Centennial, CO.

Household income

For household income, Castle Rock ranks 1st out of 19 large places. Across Colorado, incomes range from $56,664 in Pueblo, CO to $145,197 in Castle Rock, CO.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Castle Rock ranks 2nd out of 19 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 3.3% in Centennial, CO to 21.5% in Boulder, CO.

Unemployment rate

Castle Rock places 4th among 19 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 3.9% to 6.6%.

💰 Rent in Castle Rock, CO (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $2,000 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 Castle Rock, CO

Annual Household Income: $145,197

💡 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 Castle Rock, CO

Estimated Rate: 3.8%

💡 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 Castle Rock, CO

In Castle Rock, CO, households that rent: 5,992 (21.2%)

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

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	5,992	21.2%
Owner-Occupied	22,227	78.8%

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 Castle Rock, CO

In Castle Rock, CO, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 3,524 (58.8%)

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

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	3,524	58.8%
Other renter households	2,468	41.2%
Total renter households	5,992	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 Castle Rock, CO

Less than High School: 11,726 people (22.4%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 7,147 people (13.7%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,203 people (8%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 29,219 people (55.9%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 52,295

📊 Unemployment Rate in Castle Rock, CO

Estimated Rate: 4.2%

💡 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.