Aging In Colorado

Department of Local Affairs, State of Colorado, Local Government

Introduction
The older population in Colorado is an important and growing segment of its population. Colorado has the 4th lowest share among states of its population over the age 65, yet between 2000 and 2010 its population 65 and over grew by 32% (133,552) compared to the state as a whole which grew by 17%. Colorado’s growth in its 65 plus population was 4th fastest in the US. Historic migration to Colorado has led to a current age distribution with very few people over the age 65 (11%) and a larger share younger than 65. However, aging of the younger population, especially the “Baby Boomers” born between 1946 and 1964 is forecast to increase the population over 65 by 150% between 2010 and 2030. This report describes the population age groups in Colorado, focusing primarily on the over 65 population. The data for this report are based on the 2010 Census Summary File 1.

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