Wheat Ridge, CO — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Jefferson County · Colorado
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wheat Ridge based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
32,158
2023 ACS
Median Income
$87,598
2023
Median Home Value
$584,700
2023
Median Rent
$1,493
2023
Median Age
42.1
Unemployment
4.8%
Cost of Living Index
153.7
100 = national avg
Wheat Ridge is a city in Jefferson County, Colorado, with a population of 32,158 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wheat Ridge is one of the communities in Colorado.
The median household income in Wheat Ridge is $87,598, and the median home value is $584,700. The cost of living index is 153.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,493 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.8%, and the median age is 42.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
32,158
Male
15,326
47.7%
Female
16,832
52.3%
Median Age
42.1
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
35.1%
High School or Higher
52.7%
Foreign Born
4.6%
Veterans
5.9%
Married
38.2%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.255
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
83.1%
Foreign Born
4.6%
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
21.2%
6,821 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
78.8%
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+)
30,354
English Only
90.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,141 speakers
Limited English
2.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.2%
Limited English Proficiency
2.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,891
5.9% of population
Disability Rate
23.2%
439 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$55,051
Unemployment Rate
1.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,697
89.7%
Female Veterans
194
10.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$55,051
Non-Veteran Income
$49,383
Difference
$5,668
11.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
439
Without Disability
1,452
Disability Rate
23.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
26,615
#1 Ancestry
German
19.7% (6,337)
#2 Ancestry
English
13.7% (4,395)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
12.9% (4,159)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
15,041
Family Households
7,634
50.8%
Married Couples
5,699
37.9%
Non-Family Households
7,407
49.2%
Single Mother Households
1,216
8.1%
Single Father Households
719
4.8%
Living Alone
5,711
38.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,330
In Married Couple
2,755
63.6%
With Single Mother
876
20.2%
With Single Father
699
16.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$123,041
Married Couple Income
$136,503
Single Mother Income
$63,958
Single Father Income
$86,571
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
543
Grandparents Responsible
253
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$87,598
+20% vs national
Per Capita Income
$54,879
+48% vs national
Poverty Rate
10.2%
-25% vs national
Gini Index
0.4680
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.8%
-8% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.2%
of households
How Wheat Ridge Compares
Wheat Ridge vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Wheat Ridge is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wheat Ridge, CO has a median household income of $87,598, making it the 7,014th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher median household income than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wheat Ridge, CO has a per capita income of $54,879, making it the 3,440th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher per capita income than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wheat Ridge, CO has a poverty rate of 10.2%, making it the 16,449th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher poverty rate than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wheat Ridge, CO has a unemployment rate of 4.8%, making it the 12,220th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher unemployment rate than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Wheat Ridge. The median household income here is $87,598.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.8%
-1% vs CO avg
Labor Force
18,988
Employed
18,078
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
35.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
52.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
42.1
Work from Home
19.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$137.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
153.7
100 = national avg
+53.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,632
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$159,858
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,754
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,089
per month
The median household income in Wheat Ridge, CO is $87,598, which is 19.6% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $54,879. The poverty rate of 10.2% is lower than the CO state average of 11.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4680, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.8%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 18,988. 35.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 65.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 153.7, which is 53.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 204.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,632 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$607,500
Median List Price
$649,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$336
Days on Market
85
Active Inventory
67
Months of Supply
2.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$585,605
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,762
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
22.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
32.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
27
New Listings
49
Pending Sales
49
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$336
Median List $/SF
$338
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Wheat Ridge, CO? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area, home prices have risen 588.0% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 153.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 92.7%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 35.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.2%. 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 Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO housing market rather than Wheat Ridge alone.
Metro area: Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO
Wheat Ridge vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Wheat Ridge is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wheat Ridge, CO has a median home value of $584,700, making it the 2,284th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher median home value than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wheat Ridge, CO has a median rent of $1,493, making it the 4,121st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher median rent than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Wheat Ridge, CO has a price per square foot of $336, making it the 2,823rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher price per square foot than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wheat Ridge, CO has a rent burden of 20.5%, making it the 8,190th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wheat Ridge has a higher rent burden than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$584,700
Median Rent
$1,493
Total Housing Units
15,805
Vacancy Rate
4.8%
Owner Occupied
52.4%
Renter Occupied
47.6%
Median Property Tax
$2,607
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,802
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,607
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.45%
of home value
Median Home Value
$584,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,426
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,607) by the median home value ($584,700). In Wheat Ridge, CO, this works out to an effective rate of 0.45%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Wheat Ridge, CO is $607,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 85 days on the market. 22.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $336. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,762/month. About 52.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1964. There are 15,805 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,607. The effective tax rate is 0.45%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.81
per 1,000 residents
+85% vs national
Property Crime Rate
44.66
per 1,000 residents
+160% vs national
Total Crimes
1,564
2024
Violent Clearance
39%
cases solved
Property Clearance
13%
cases solved
YoY Change
+10.2%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Wheat Ridge Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Wheat Ridge vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Wheat Ridge is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Wheat Ridge police solve 46% of aggravated assault cases but only 8% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 26 | 0.82 | 7.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 14 | 0.44 | 42.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 112 | 3.54 | 46.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 195 | 6.17 | 9.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 996 | 31.50 | 14.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 221 | 6.99 | 10.0% |
Wheat Ridge, CO reported 152 violent crimes and 1,412 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.81 per 1,000 residents is 84.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 39% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 996 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 40.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 152 | 1,412 | 4.81 | 44.66 |
| 2023 | 138 | 1,436 | 4.36 | 45.40 |
| 2022 | 132 | 1,695 | 3.99 | 51.20 |
| 2021 | 173 | 1,974 | 5.40 | 61.64 |
| 2020 | 177 | 1,681 | 5.63 | 53.45 |
| 2018 | 78 | 1,050 | 2.48 | 33.38 |
| 2017 | 133 | 1,529 | 4.21 | 48.44 |
| 2016 | 110 | 1,490 | 3.50 | 47.47 |
| 2015 | 100 | 1,483 | 3.20 | 47.47 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.9
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
11.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
66.9
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
14
Public Assistance
$12.3M
Individual Assistance
$4.5M
Most Common Type
Fire
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarry Fire → | Fire | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm(s) | Aug 2023 | $1.9M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.1M | $3.7M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | Sep 2013 | $8.7M | $721K |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and… → | Flood | Sep 2013 | — | — |
| Lower North Fork Fire → | Fire | Mar 2012 | — | — |
| Indian Gulch Fire → | Fire | Mar 2011 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2007 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Coastal Storm | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Apr 2003 | $482K | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Jun 2002 | — | — |
| High Meadows Fire → | Fire | Jun 2000 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains, Snowmelt and Flooding → | Flood | May 1973 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | May 1969 | — | — |
| Wildfires and Straight-line Winds → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
477
Total Claims Paid
$2,541,032
Avg Claim Payout
$5,327
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
22
Federal Funding
$7,700,783
Properties Protected
8
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
6.39
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 3 | $327,519 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $438,970 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $29,026 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $199,594 |
| 95.2: Planning Related Activities | 2 | $306,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Wheat Ridge has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, lightning, wildfire. The area has had 14 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (5 declarations). 477 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $12,261,650 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,461,319 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 22 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
24.3%
11.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.2%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.4%
2.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.2%
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
34.3%
Arthritis
26.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.6%
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
15.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.8%
Mobility
11.2%
Cognitive
13.7%
Hearing
7.2%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.8%
Wheat Ridge has an obesity rate of 24.3%, which is 11.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.2%, near the national average. About 10.2% 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
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Lutheran Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lutheran Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Denver Health & Hospital Authority | 5.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Centura Health-St Anthony Hospital | 6.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Orthocolorado Hosp At St Anthony Med Campus | 6.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Hca Healthone Presbyterian St Lukes | 7.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
25
Pop. Served
42,275
Violations (5yr)
74
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT | 20,000 | 0 |
| VALLEY WD | 10,000 | 0 |
| HILLCREST VILLAGE MHP | 1,505 | 0 |
| LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN WD | 1,378 | 39 |
| DENVER CASCADE MHP | 1,200 | 0 |
| HOLIDAY HILLS VILLAGE | 1,190 | 0 |
| CIMARRON VILLAGE | 1,010 | 0 |
| GOLDEN TERRACE WEST | 825 | 0 |
| DEER CREEK WD | 792 | 2 |
| GOLDEN TERRACE VILLAGE | 580 | 0 |
| PUEBLO GRANDE VILLAGE | 504 | 0 |
| MESA CORTINA WSD | 466 | 0 |
| ST MARYS GLACIER WSD | 451 | 12 |
| GOLDEN TERRACE SOUTH | 425 | 0 |
| BLUE MOUNTAIN WD | 350 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MHP | 325 | 0 |
| ELDORADO MUNICIPAL SYSTEM | 308 | 0 |
| OLDE STAGE WD | 250 | 0 |
| BARR LAKE RVP | 204 | 0 |
| 4 WAY RANCH MD 2 | 150 | 0 |
| SIERRA VISTA HOA | 120 | 0 |
| BUFFALO RIDGE ESTATES | 90 | 0 |
| TABLE MESA VILLAGE MHP | 75 | 21 |
| GRACE MAR WUA | 50 | 0 |
| ARAPAHOE MHP | 27 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
75.1K MT
Top Emitter
ROCKY MOUNTAIN BOTTLE COMPANY
75.1K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
ROCKY MOUNTAIN BOTTLE COMPANY Molson Coors Beverage Co | Minerals | 75,103 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 25 water systems serving the area. 74 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 75.1K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
65.0%
-17% vs national
Public Transit
2.6%
+190% vs national
Work From Home
19.3%
+107% vs national
Carpool
8.5%
Walk / Bike
2.6%
combined
How Wheat Ridge's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
6-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Wheat Ridge, CO covers travel times and transportation modes. 65.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.3% work from home, which is above the CO state average of 14.2%. Public transit is used by 2.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.5% of workers carpool. 1.9% walk to work. 0.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.9%
of households
No Internet
7.9%
of households
Total Households
15,041
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.7%
of households
Smartphone
88.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
80.9%
of households
Tablet
59.8%
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).
Wheat Ridge 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
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
25
Population Served
42,275
Violations (5yr)
74
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 20,000 | 0 |
| VALLEY WD | Community | Purchased surface water | 10,000 | 0 |
| HILLCREST VILLAGE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,505 | 0 |
| LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN WD | Community | Surface water | 1,378 | 39 |
| DENVER CASCADE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,200 | 0 |
| HOLIDAY HILLS VILLAGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,190 | 0 |
| CIMARRON VILLAGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,010 | 0 |
| GOLDEN TERRACE WEST | Community | Purchased surface water | 825 | 0 |
| DEER CREEK WD | Community | Ground water | 792 | 2 |
| GOLDEN TERRACE VILLAGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 580 | 0 |
| PUEBLO GRANDE VILLAGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 504 | 0 |
| MESA CORTINA WSD | Community | Ground water | 466 | 0 |
| ST MARYS GLACIER WSD | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 451 | 12 |
| GOLDEN TERRACE SOUTH | Community | Purchased surface water | 425 | 0 |
| BLUE MOUNTAIN WD | Community | Ground water | 350 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MHP | Community | Ground water | 325 | 0 |
| ELDORADO MUNICIPAL SYSTEM | Community | Ground water | 308 | 0 |
| OLDE STAGE WD | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| BARR LAKE RVP | Community | Ground water | 204 | 0 |
| 4 WAY RANCH MD 2 | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| SIERRA VISTA HOA | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| BUFFALO RIDGE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 90 | 0 |
| TABLE MESA VILLAGE MHP | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 75 | 21 |
| GRACE MAR WUA | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| ARAPAHOE MHP | Community | Ground water | 27 | 0 |
89.1% of households in Wheat Ridge have broadband internet access. 78.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.9% of households have no internet access. 9.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 25 water systems, providing water to 42,275 people. A total of 74 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Wheat Ridge is located in Jefferson County, CO. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wheat Ridge.
Election Overview
Source: Jefferson County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
210,875
58.3%
GOP Votes
140,505
38.9%
Total Votes
361,504
Margin
D+19.5%
Shift from 2020
D+0.9pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 210,875 | 140,505 | 361,504 | 58.3% | 38.9% | D+19.5 |
| 2020 | 218,396 | 148,417 | 377,357 | 57.9% | 39.3% | D+18.5 |
| 2016 | 151,885 | 130,233 | 309,529 | 49.1% | 42.1% | D+7.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Jefferson County recorded 361,504 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.3% of the vote compared to 38.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+19.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+0.9pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Jefferson County has shifted 12.5 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
170
Total Assets
$304.3M
Total Income
$279.1M
Per 10K Residents
52.9
nonprofits
+30.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
22
Median Assets
$329K
Oldest Active
1933
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $252.1M of $304.3M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Wheat Ridge
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFWheat Ridge, CO has 170 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $304.3M. The most common category is Education, with 20 organizations. 22 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 52.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1933.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
526
Total Approved
$245.2M
Jobs Supported
4,828
Per 10K Residents
163.6
SBA loans
+5.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
105
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
65 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
432
Total Amount
$200.0M
Avg Loan
$463,058
Median Loan
$200,000
SBA Guaranteed
$148.4M(74%)
Jobs Supported
3,674
Loans
94
Total Amount
$45.1M
Avg Loan
$480,128
Median Loan
$370,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
105
20% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$87.6M
36% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$833,881
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ynn Corporation | 2 | $9.6M |
| Hwa Inc. | 2 | $5.8M |
| Ld Hospitality Inc | 2 | $5.2M |
| Certified Brands Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Hukariascendent Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Denventures Inc. | 2 | $4.9M |
| Aeg Automotive Services Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| Cf Hospitality Inc. | 1 | $4.7M |
| Healthtek Ventures | 1 | $3.1M |
| Annie's Place Motel 1llc | 1 | $3.0M |
Wheat Ridge, CO has received 526 SBA loans totaling $245.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 432 loans (82% of the total), supporting 3,674 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 94 loans totaling $45.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Wheat Ridge is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 65 loans. That works out to 163.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
38
Total Population
960,914
Avg Median Income
-$70,091,202
Avg Home Value
-$87,223,748
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80002 | 20,975 | $92,827 | $538,900 | $1,733 | 6.5 |
| 80003 | 35,381 | $82,754 | $486,600 | $1,729 | 6.6 |
| 80004 | 34,580 | $99,576 | $590,600 | $1,771 | 7.2 |
| 80005 | 28,883 | $136,360 | $620,100 | $2,058 | 11.7 |
| 80007 | 18,290 | $171,017 | $818,400 | $2,730 | 25.0 |
| 80021 | 35,562 | $105,645 | $530,300 | $2,054 | 16.5 |
| 80030 | 15,945 | $61,964 | $422,300 | $1,296 | 2.6 |
| 80031 | 36,350 | $106,244 | $499,200 | $1,911 | 8.4 |
| 80033 | 26,841 | $84,719 | $568,900 | $1,536 | 8.3 |
| 80202 | 18,233 | $110,372 | $677,100 | $2,246 | 1.2 |
| 80203 | 22,355 | $74,654 | $462,500 | $1,569 | 1.1 |
| 80204 | 35,518 | $79,265 | $579,900 | $1,724 | 5.5 |
| 80205 | 33,856 | $98,770 | $627,600 | $1,816 | 4.6 |
| 80206 | 24,555 | $102,248 | $892,200 | $1,694 | 2.5 |
| 80209 | 26,794 | $118,759 | $971,500 | $1,981 | 3.5 |
| 80211 | 37,441 | $117,685 | $747,800 | $1,931 | 4.5 |
| 80212 | 20,426 | $118,692 | $705,300 | $1,714 | 3.6 |
| 80214 | 26,759 | $74,259 | $519,900 | $1,516 | 4.7 |
| 80215 | 19,684 | $85,017 | $615,500 | $1,728 | 5.5 |
| 80216 | 16,610 | $86,869 | $392,500 | $1,934 | 10.1 |
| 80218 | 19,364 | $82,925 | $653,900 | $1,475 | 1.6 |
| 80219 | 60,095 | $67,325 | $426,200 | $1,464 | 7.4 |
| 80221 | 40,938 | $84,425 | $449,700 | $1,642 | 9.1 |
| 80223 | 19,624 | $80,461 | $497,900 | $1,650 | 5.3 |
| 80226 | 32,237 | $78,466 | $547,000 | $1,738 | 8.1 |
| 80227 | 34,946 | $88,796 | $535,000 | $1,786 | 10.8 |
| 80228 | 34,677 | $110,013 | $607,300 | $1,819 | 11.5 |
| 80229 | 57,274 | $83,450 | $382,900 | $1,719 | 12.5 |
| 80232 | 22,398 | $87,799 | $487,100 | $1,715 | 3.9 |
| 80235 | 8,374 | $69,588 | $544,000 | $1,768 | 3.4 |
| 80236 | 17,207 | $83,543 | $495,800 | $1,636 | 3.2 |
| 80260 | 34,861 | $62,929 | $188,200 | $1,532 | 4.8 |
| 80264 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 80290 | 452 | $101,110 | N/A | $2,265 | 0.0 |
| 80293 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 80294 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 80401 | 43,429 | $112,444 | $748,800 | $1,868 | 49.1 |
| 80419 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
Wheat Ridge, CO has 38 ZIP codes with a combined population of 960,914. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$70,091,202. The average median home value is -$87,223,748. The average median monthly rent is -$70,173,840.
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