Living in Gilpin County, Colorado

Gilpin County is a county in Colorado with a population of around 5,828, part of the Denver-Aurora, CO MSA metro area. The main communities are Central City, Black Hawk.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,159/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $532K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 31°F) and cool summers (highs around 67°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Gilpin County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a moderately educated workforce (40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.