Commerce City, CO Local Data & Statistics

State: CO

Total population: 66,445 Household income: $111,972 Rent: $1,880

Overview

Total population

66,445

Rent

$1,880

Year built

2005

Household income

$111,972

Per capita income

$42,906

Poverty rate

8.7%

Unemployment rate

5.2%

Household size

3.0 persons

Rent over 30% of income

56.8%

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

66,445

Adults over 25

42,564

Total households

22,415

Household size

3.0 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

$111,972

Per capita income

$42,906

Poverty rate

8.7%

Unemployment rate

5.2%

Rent over 30% of income

56.8%

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

Housing

Rent

$1,880

Year built

2005

Households that rent

22.8%

Households that own

77.2%

Rooms per home (all homes)

6.2

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

Race

White

55.3%

Black

4.1%

Asian

2.5%

Two or more races

22.7%

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

48.5%

Not Hispanic or Latino

51.5%

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

82.9%

Commute time to work

30 mins

Work from home

17.1%

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

31.6%

High school graduate or GED

31.3%

Some college or associate degree

11.3%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

25.8%

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

Comparison of Commerce City, CO with: Colorado United States

Commerce City, CO

Total population66,445

Rent$1,880

Year built2005

Household income$111,972

Per capita income$42,906

Poverty rate8.7%

Unemployment rate5.2%

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	CityCommerce City, CO	StateColorado	CountryUnited States
Total population	66,445	5,862,189	334,922,499
Rent	$1,880	$1,761	$1,413
Year built	2005	1988	1980
Household income	$111,972	$95,470	$80,734
Per capita income	$42,906	$52,636	$44,673
Poverty rate	8.7%	9.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	5.2%	4.3%	4%

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

Summary for Commerce City, CO

Commerce City is located in Colorado.

Rent & Income

In Commerce City, the typical monthly rent is $1,880 and the typical household income is $111,972. 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 8.7%, which is lower than in both Colorado and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 22.8% of households. About 56.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 25.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 5.2%, which is higher than both Colorado and the national rate.

Commerce City, CO — Rent vs Household Income

Commerce City, CO — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Commerce City, CO compares in Colorado (19 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,880	11 / 19	from lower rent	$1,082 – $2,148
Household income	$111,972	6 / 19	from higher income	$56,664 – $145,197
Poverty rate	8.7%	10 / 19	from lower poverty	3.3% – 21.5%
Unemployment rate	5.2%	18 / 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 Commerce City, CO

Rent

Rent prices put Commerce City in 11th place among 19 large communities in Colorado. Across Colorado, rents range from $1,082 in Pueblo, CO up to $2,148 in Centennial, CO.

Household income

For median household income, Commerce City is ranked 6th out of 19 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $56,664 in Pueblo, CO to $145,197 in Castle Rock, CO.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Commerce City in 10th place among 19 significant areas. Across Colorado, poverty ranges between 3.3% and 21.5%.

Unemployment rate

Commerce City places 18th among 19 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 3.9% to 6.6%.

💰 Rent in Commerce City, CO (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,880 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 Commerce City, CO

Annual Household Income: $111,972

💡 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 Commerce City, CO

Estimated Rate: 8.7%

💡 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 Commerce City, CO

In Commerce City, CO, households that rent: 5,115 (22.8%)

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

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	5,115	22.8%
Owner-Occupied	17,300	77.2%

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 Commerce City, CO

In Commerce City, CO, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 2,906 (56.8%)

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

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	2,906	56.8%
Other renter households	2,209	43.2%
Total renter households	5,115	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 Commerce City, CO

Less than High School: 13,440 people (31.6%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 13,305 people (31.3%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,819 people (11.3%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 11,000 people (25.8%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 42,564

📊 Unemployment Rate in Commerce City, CO

Estimated Rate: 5.2%

💡 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.