Security-Widefield, CO — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
El Paso County · Colorado
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Security-Widefield based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
38,659
2023 ACS
Median Income
$83,916
2023
Median Home Value
$358,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,703
2023
Median Age
35.1
Unemployment
6.3%
Cost of Living Index
139.9
100 = national avg
Security-Widefield is a city in El Paso County, Colorado, with a population of 38,659 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Security-Widefield is one of the communities in Colorado.
The median household income in Security-Widefield is $83,916, and the median home value is $358,600. The cost of living index is 139.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,703 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, and the median age is 35.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
38,659
Male
19,279
49.9%
Female
19,380
50.1%
Median Age
35.1
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.5%
High School or Higher
34.5%
Foreign Born
7.8%
Veterans
13.6%
Married
45.6%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.466
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
65.9%
Foreign Born
7.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
25.1%
9,692 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
74.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
35,659
English Only
86.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,966 speakers
Limited English
4.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.5%
Limited English Proficiency
4.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
5,266
13.6% of population
Disability Rate
50.2%
2,644 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$65,417
Unemployment Rate
3.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,269
81.1%
Female Veterans
997
18.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$65,417
Non-Veteran Income
$35,998
Difference
$29,419
81.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,644
Without Disability
2,622
Disability Rate
50.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
21,651
#1 Ancestry
German
13.9% (5,362)
#2 Ancestry
English
9.2% (3,566)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
7.4% (2,848)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,439
Family Households
10,330
76.9%
Married Couples
8,055
59.9%
Non-Family Households
3,109
23.1%
Single Mother Households
1,537
11.4%
Single Father Households
738
5.5%
Living Alone
2,456
18.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,812
In Married Couple
6,813
77.3%
With Single Mother
1,470
16.7%
With Single Father
529
6.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$95,798
Married Couple Income
$105,257
Single Mother Income
$52,589
Single Father Income
$71,886
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
2.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,526
Grandparents Responsible
946
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$83,916
+15% vs national
Per Capita Income
$34,711
-7% vs national
Poverty Rate
8.8%
-35% vs national
Gini Index
0.3937
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.3%
+22% vs national
SNAP Recipients
10.1%
of households
How Security-Widefield Compares
Security-Widefield vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Security-Widefield is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Security-Widefield, CO has a median household income of $83,916, making it the 7,836th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Security-Widefield has a higher median household income than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Security-Widefield, CO has a per capita income of $34,711, making it the 12,511th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Security-Widefield has a higher per capita income than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Security-Widefield, CO has a poverty rate of 8.8%, making it the 18,226th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Security-Widefield has a higher poverty rate than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Security-Widefield, CO has a unemployment rate of 6.3%, making it the 8,482nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Security-Widefield has a higher unemployment rate than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Security-Widefield. The median household income here is $83,916.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.3%
+32% vs CO avg
Labor Force
19,404
Employed
16,842
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.1
Work from Home
11.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Colorado Springs, CO metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$133.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
139.9
100 = national avg
+39.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,572
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,534
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,464
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,735
per month
The median household income in Security-Widefield, CO is $83,916, which is 14.6% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $34,711. The poverty rate of 8.8% is lower than the CO state average of 11.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3937, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 19,404. 16.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 76.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 139.9, which is 39.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 173.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,572 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
N/A
Median List Price
$407,500
Days on Market
N/A
Active Inventory
153
Zillow Home Value
$374,015
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,084
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
31.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.9%
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
New Listings
59
Pending Sales
61
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median List $/SF
$192
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Security-Widefield, CO? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Colorado Springs, CO metro area, home prices have risen 456.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 124.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 108.3%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 37.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Colorado Springs, CO housing market rather than Security-Widefield alone.
Metro area: Colorado Springs, CO
Security-Widefield vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Security-Widefield is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Security-Widefield, CO has a median home value of $358,600, making it the 5,405th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Security-Widefield has a higher median home value than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Security-Widefield, CO has a median rent of $1,703, making it the 2,929th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Security-Widefield has a higher median rent than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Security-Widefield, CO has a rent burden of 24.4%, making it the 3,932nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Security-Widefield has a higher rent burden than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$358,600
Median Rent
$1,703
Total Housing Units
13,770
Vacancy Rate
2.4%
Owner Occupied
83.1%
Renter Occupied
16.9%
Median Property Tax
$1,434
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,597
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,434
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.40%
of home value
Median Home Value
$358,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,834
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,434) by the median home value ($358,600). In Security-Widefield, CO, this works out to an effective rate of 0.40%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Security-Widefield, CO is $358,600. 31.3% of homes sold above asking price. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,084/month. About 83.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1982. There are 13,770 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,434. The effective tax rate is 0.40%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Security-Widefield. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.1
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
96.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
58.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
20
Public Assistance
$28.9M
Individual Assistance
$2.5M
Most Common Type
Flood
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Flood | Aug 2023 | $5.5M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $474K | $1.6M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Flooding, Land… → | Flood | Jul 2015 | $8.9M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | Sep 2013 | $7.8M | $853K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | Sep 2013 | — | — |
| Black Forest Wildfire → | Fire | Jul 2013 | $1.5M | — |
| Black Forest Fire → | Fire | Jun 2013 | — | — |
| High Park and Waldo Canyon Wildfires → | Fire | Jun 2012 | $1.5M | — |
| Waldo Canyon Fire → | Fire | Jun 2012 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2007 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Apr 2003 | $132K | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Jun 2002 | — | — |
| Co-flooding 4/30/99 → | Severe Storm | May 1999 | $3.0M | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Jan 1977 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flash Flooding → | Flood | Aug 1976 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains, Snowmelt and Flooding → | Flood | May 1973 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | May 1969 | — | — |
| Tornadoes, Severe Storms & Flooding → | Tornado | Jun 1965 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
855
Total Claims Paid
$5,995,811
Avg Claim Payout
$7,013
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
32
Federal Funding
$36,874,485
Properties Protected
53
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
12.86
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 7 | $3,293,908 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $757,106 |
| 200.6: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Landslide | 3 | $2,276,860 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $118,963 |
| 303.2: Floodplain and Stream Restoration | 2 | $3,487,700 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Security-Widefield has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, wildfire, hail. The area has had 20 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (7 declarations). 855 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $28,898,850 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,500,397 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 32 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.3%
5.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.9%
2.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.8%
2.1pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.0%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.4%
Arthritis
23.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.8%
Mobility
12.9%
Cognitive
16.5%
Hearing
6.7%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
8.0%
Security-Widefield has an obesity rate of 30.3%, which is 5.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.9%, 2.4pp above the national average. About 11.0% of adults lack health insurance. 73.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.7 mi
Evans Ach (Ft Carson)
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evans Ach (Ft Carson) | 4.7 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | Yes |
| Uch-Memorial Health System | 7.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Cedar Springs Hospital | 8.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Centura Health-Penrose St Francis Health Services | 10.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Uchealth Grandview Hospital | 11.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
76.1%
-3% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-87% vs national
Work From Home
11.0%
+19% vs national
Carpool
10.3%
Walk / Bike
1.0%
combined
How Security-Widefield's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Security-Widefield, CO covers travel times and transportation modes. 76.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.0% work from home, which is below the CO state average of 14.2%. 10.3% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
80.7%
of households
No Internet
3.8%
of households
Total Households
13,439
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.4%
of households
Smartphone
88.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
88.8%
of households
Tablet
74.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-22% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.7¢
per kWh
-24% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-27% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$101
residential
-31% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
13% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Colorado averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $101. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Security-Widefield vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
93.8% of households in Security-Widefield have broadband internet access. 80.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.8% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Security-Widefield is located in El Paso County, CO. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Security-Widefield.
Election Overview
Source: El Paso County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
166,597
43.8%
GOP Votes
203,933
53.5%
Total Votes
380,813
Margin
R+9.8%
Shift from 2020
D+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 166,597 | 203,933 | 380,813 | 43.8% | 53.5% | R+9.8 |
| 2020 | 161,941 | 202,828 | 378,849 | 42.8% | 53.5% | R+10.8 |
| 2016 | 105,807 | 176,506 | 313,273 | 33.8% | 56.3% | R+22.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, El Paso County recorded 380,813 total votes. Republicans won the county with 53.5% of the vote compared to 43.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+9.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, El Paso County has shifted 12.8 percentage points toward Democrats.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
9
Total Approved
$1.7M
Jobs Supported
18
Per 10K Residents
2.3
SBA loans
-98.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
6
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
2 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1993–2012
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
8
Total Amount
$1.5M
Avg Loan
$189,438
Median Loan
$197,500
SBA Guaranteed
$1.2M(79%)
Jobs Supported
7
Loans
1
Total Amount
$179K
Avg Loan
$179,000
Median Loan
$179,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lord Voldemort Llc (epc) & Island Dog Corporation (oc) | 1 | $470K |
| Bernard B. Baros D.d.s. P.c. | 1 | $270K |
| Raymond D. Baros Dds | 1 | $265K |
| Century 21 Academy Realty | 1 | $240K |
| Eric J. Atha, D.d.s. | 1 | $179K |
| Fountain Valley Electric | 1 | $155K |
| Js Subway Inc. | 1 | $50K |
| Learning Central Child Dev.ctr | 1 | $37K |
| Full Moon Trucking | 1 | $29K |
Security-Widefield, CO has received 9 SBA loans totaling $1.7M in approved funding between 1993 and 2012. The 7(a) program accounts for 8 loans (89% of the total), supporting 7 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $179K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Security-Widefield is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 2 loans. That works out to 2.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
17
Total Population
340,628
Avg Median Income
-$156,804,984
Avg Home Value
-$195,814,066
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80902 | 11,917 | $65,255 | N/A | $2,052 | 18.1 |
| 80903 | 17,045 | $59,292 | $420,000 | $1,221 | 5.4 |
| 80905 | 17,269 | $64,496 | $349,500 | $1,449 | 5.1 |
| 80906 | 37,403 | $88,047 | $543,400 | $1,634 | 45.6 |
| 80909 | 36,171 | $61,777 | $352,400 | $1,227 | 7.9 |
| 80910 | 31,840 | $56,681 | $276,900 | $1,299 | 6.1 |
| 80911 | 34,296 | $78,105 | $348,900 | $1,643 | 11.1 |
| 80913 | 6,873 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 23.9 |
| 80914 | 519 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.7 |
| 80915 | 23,570 | $67,761 | $328,200 | $1,424 | 7.9 |
| 80916 | 40,579 | $63,399 | $289,500 | $1,505 | 18.4 |
| 80917 | 30,988 | $72,805 | $353,100 | $1,435 | 5.6 |
| 80922 | 30,388 | $107,457 | $407,000 | $1,952 | 5.8 |
| 80925 | 17,016 | $107,955 | $441,100 | $2,260 | 28.7 |
| 80929 | 85 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 23.8 |
| 80939 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 80951 | 4,669 | $88,899 | $384,200 | $2,108 | 2.9 |
Security-Widefield, CO has 17 ZIP codes with a combined population of 340,628. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$156,804,984. The average median home value is -$195,814,066. The average median monthly rent is -$156,861,497.
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