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Montezuma

Colorado · 74 residents · 0.079 sq mi
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The city has grown rapidly, with population up 76% since 2000. Median home value has roughly tripled since 2000, reaching $552,600. The poverty rate of 29.1% is well above the national figure. Despite a median home value of $552,600, the poverty rate sits 127% above the US average — a pattern often seen in resort and college towns.

At a glance
Mid-age
median age 40.8
US median: 38.8
More educated
37% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 33%
Less affordable
home values up 121%, inflation adjusted
US median home: $265,253
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
74
+76%since 2000
from 42 in 2000
1990 – 2025
Population density
937 / sq mi
+76%since 2000
from 532 / sq mi in 2000
US average: 280
Median age
40.8
+15%since 2000
from 35.5 in 2000
US average: 38.8
Population, 1990 – 2024
3165991331671990201020202024Montezuma
2024120
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Per capita income
$29,045
−9%since 2000
from $31,924 in 2000
US average: $35,364
Households earning $100K+
36.7%
+30.6 ptssince 2009
from 6.1% in 2009
US average: 43.9%
Poverty rate
29.1%
+20.3 ptssince 2000
from 8.8% in 2000
US average: 12.8%
Workforce by industry, 2020
Agriculture, forestry, fishing13.3%
US avg: 1.7%
Construction13.3%
US avg: 1.2%
Retail trade4.8%
US avg: 10%
Information4.8%
US avg: 11.1%
Wholesale trade2.4%
US avg: 6.7%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.5%
Transportation & warehousing0%
US avg: 2.5%
Finance & insurance0%
US avg: 5.5%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 4.7%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.8%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 2%
Other services0%
US avg: 6.6%
Public administration0%
US avg: 4.7%
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Section 03

Housing

Median home value
$552,600
+121%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $166,700 in 2000
US average: $265,253
1990 – 2024
Median gross rent
$1,271
+54%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $550 in 2000
US average: $1,124
Owner-occupied
35.3%
−14.7 ptssince 2000
from 50.0% in 2000
64.7% rent
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2000
White, non-Hispanic97.6%(41)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino2.4%(1)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%
Diversity Score5.8%(2)
2020
White, non-Hispanic73%(54)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino5.4%(4)
Asian6.8%(5)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score31.9%(24)
Diversity Score
32
+449%since 2000
from 6 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
36.8%
+22.0 ptssince 2000
from 14.8% in 2000
US average: 32.9%
High school or higher
88.7%
−11.3 ptssince 2000
from 100.0% in 2000
US average: 88.5%
Graduate degree
16.0%
+16.0 ptssince 2000
from 0.0% in 2000
US average: 12.7%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Average commute
22.1 min
+16%since 2000
from 19.0 min in 2000
US average: 26.9
Drive alone to work
46.3%
−3.7 ptssince 2009
from 50.0% in 2009
US average: 75.1%
No vehicle available
1.7%
+1.7 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 8.4%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
0.0%
−22.4 ptssince 2011
from 22.4% in 2011
US average: 5.4%
Labor force participation
77.6%
−22.4 ptssince 2011
from 100.0% in 2011
US average: 63.4%
Management & professional
27.7%
−15.1 ptssince 2009
from 42.9% in 2009
US average: 39.3%
Section 08

People & community

Male
74.2%
+14.4 ptssince 2009
from 59.7% in 2009
Female
25.8%
−14.4 ptssince 2009
from 40.3% in 2009
Foreign born
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 13.5%
Uninsured
0.0%
−87.8 ptssince 2013
from 87.8% in 2013
US average: 8.8%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Montezuma, Colorado?

Montezuma, Colorado has about 74 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.

Is Montezuma, Colorado expensive?

In Montezuma, Colorado, the median home is worth about $552,600, and the typical rent is about $1,271 a month.

How educated are people in Montezuma, Colorado?

About 36.8% of adults age 25 and over in Montezuma, Colorado hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Montezuma, Colorado?

About 29.1% of people in Montezuma, Colorado live below the federal poverty line.

Has Montezuma, Colorado grown since 1990?

Yes, Montezuma, Colorado has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 16 residents, a change of about -18 percent over that period.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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