2024
Democratic
Kamala Harris54.13%
Republican
Donald Trump43.14%
Two-party margin
D+11.0
State hub
Colorado State Hub
U.S. Senate and House delegation, state governor, Census demographic snapshot (income, poverty, diversity, tax burden rank), presidential voting history, and links to live coverage, notable races, and the national map.
Key links for Colorado
Census demographic snapshot
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2022 5-year (B01003, B19013, B01001, B03003, B03002; DP03 selected social characteristics); change vs ACS 2017 5-year population (B01003).
Population
5,770,790
Rank 21 of 51 · 1 = largest population
ACS 5-year total
Population density
55.7 people/sq mi
Rank 38 of 51 · 1 = densest
ACS population ÷ Census land area (square miles)
Pop. change (17→22)
+6.1%
Rank 7 of 51 · 1 = fastest growth
ACS total population comparison
Female / male
49.3% / 50.7%
Share of total population
Median household income
$87,598
Rank 10 of 51 · 1 = highest median income
Below poverty
9.6%
Rank 5 of 51 · 1 = lowest poverty rate
ACS profile, all people
Hispanic or Latino
22.1%
Any race
White (NH)
66.2%
Not Hispanic or Latino
Black (NH)
3.8%
Asian (NH)
3.1%
AIAN (NH)
0.4%
American Indian & Alaska Native alone
Two+ races (NH)
3.8%
Census metric ranks compare all jurisdictions in this snapshot (typically 50 states plus D.C.). Race and ethnicity categories follow Census definitions (e.g., Hispanic origin is asked separately from race). Percentages are shares of total population and may not sum to 100% because of rounding or other groups. State–local tax burden is not a Census figure; see the Tax Foundation link below for 50-state + D.C. rankings (1 = lowest aggregate burden).
Why this state votes this way
Demographics and long-run trends that commonly shape coverage and turnout narratives.
Colorado's Census profile summarizes population scale, sex composition, race and Hispanic origin, and household income—baseline conditions analysts pair with polling and election returns when they discuss coalitions and regional turnout.
What often shows up in coverage
- Solid population growth (near 6.1% over 2017–2022) usually enlarges the universe of persuadable and newly registered voters, especially around expanding metros.
- A sizable Hispanic or Latino population (22.1%) is regularly cited when describing growing suburban diversity and swing precinct strategy.
- Higher household incomes (median 87,598 USD) correlate in coverage with donation capacity, issues like housing and taxation, and segments of the electorate that respond to different creative.
- Demographic profile at a glance: White, non-Hispanic residents are about 66.2% of the population in this ACS snapshot, a baseline often used to frame coalition math and statewide messaging priorities.
These indicators are descriptive context for understanding electoral environments—they do not predict vote shares, winners, or partisan realignment.
Presidential voting history
How Colorado has voted in two-party presidential general elections on this site: Democratic and Republican nominees with vote shares, and approximate two-party margin (who carried the state follows from the margin).
Context & notes
Mountain West state that shifted toward Democrats in presidential elections as Denver’s suburbs grew more diverse and college-educated.
- Environmental and outdoor-recreation issues often blend with national economic messaging.
- Competitive statewide races sometimes diverge from the presidential margin.
Results by year
2020
Democratic
Joe Biden55.01%
Republican
Donald Trump41.60%
Two-party margin
D+13.4
2016
Democratic
Hillary Clinton48.16%
Republican
Donald Trump43.25%
Two-party margin
D+4.9
2012
Democratic
Barack Obama51.49%
Republican
Mitt Romney46.13%
Two-party margin
D+5.4
2008
Democratic
Barack Obama53.66%
Republican
John McCain44.71%
Two-party margin
D+8.9
2004
Democratic
John Kerry47.04%
Republican
George W. Bush51.71%
Two-party margin
R+4.7
2000
Democratic
Al Gore42.39%
Republican
George W. Bush50.75%
Two-party margin
R+8.4
1996
Democratic
Bill Clinton44.43%
Republican
Bob Dole45.80%
Two-party margin
R+1.4
1992
Democratic
Bill Clinton40.13%
Republican
George H. W. Bush35.87%
Two-party margin
D+4.3
1988
Democratic
Michael Dukakis45.28%
Republican
George H. W. Bush53.06%
Two-party margin
R+7.8
1984
Democratic
Walter Mondale35.12%
Republican
Ronald Reagan63.44%
Two-party margin
R+28.3
1980
Democratic
Jimmy Carter31.07%
Republican
Ronald Reagan55.07%
Two-party margin
R+24.0
Percentages are major-party shares from this site's state data. Margins use those shares; third-party votes can make totals differ from the national popular vote. This is historical context, not a forecast.
Notable races involving Colorado
No seeded race cards are available for Colorado yet. Check back as coverage expands.
U.S. Congress (Colorado)
119th CongressU.S. Senate
Caucus split
2D:0R
Michael BennetDSenior senator
Michael Farrand Bennet is an American attorney, politician, and diplomat serving as the senior United States senator from Colorado, a seat he has held since 2009.
John HickenlooperDJunior senator
John Wright Hickenlooper Jr. is an American politician, geologist, and businessman serving as the junior United States senator from Colorado since 2021.
U.S. House delegation
Post-2024 election delegation totals (Wikipedia / Ballotpedia–style snapshot for the 119th Congress).
Seat split
4D:4R
Governor
Chief executive of Colorado's state government (separate from the U.S. Congress above).
Jared PolisD
Governor
Jared Schutz Polis is an American politician, entrepreneur, businessman, and philanthropist serving since 2019 as the 43rd governor of Colorado.