County profile · Colorado
Delta County, CO market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Delta County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 32,178
- +3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 12,959
- Median household income
- $57,774
- +27.6% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $343,200
- Jobs located here
- 8,348
- Highest market score
- 78
- Child care and preschools, #117 of 1,611 scored counties
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Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
An estimated 32,178 people live in Delta County, in 12,959 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Delta County grew 3.6%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Delta County is $57,774 a year, 28% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 27.6% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Delta County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 118, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on clothing, shoes and related services (76).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Delta County are for child care centers and preschools (78), gas stations (77) and primary care and pediatric clinics (71). Delta County ranks #117 of 1,611 scored counties for child care centers and preschools.
For its number of households, Delta County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for yoga, Pilates and fitness studios (3.2 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (42% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Delta County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Delta County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child care and preschools | 78 | #117 of 1,611 | 5 | 3.9 | $1.3M | 129 | 5 |
| Gas stations | 77 | #212 of 2,358 | 11 | 8.5 | $3.5M | 145 | 10 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 71 | #241 of 1,656 | 6 | 4.6 | $2.4M | 135 | 6 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 69 | #386 of 2,222 | 9 | 6.9 | $4.8M | 156 | 20 |
| Gyms | 66 | #326 of 1,792 | 8 | 6.2 | $1.3M | 102 | 3 |
| Spas and skin care | 65 | #357 of 1,769 | 7 | 5.4 | $1.6M | 182 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 64 | #567 of 2,378 | 27 | 20.8 | $542K | 122 | 16 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 58 | #838 of 2,394 | 64 | 49.4 | $225K | 148 | 26 |
| Hair salons | 56 | #885 of 2,339 | 25 | 19.3 | $448K | 104 | 5 |
| Barbershops | 55 | #568 of 1,356 | 5 | 3.9 | $2.2M | 119 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | 55 | #593 of 1,422 | 7 | 5.4 | $2.1M | 86 | 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 55 | #834 of 2,088 | 21 | 16.2 | $508K | 77 | 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 55 | #974 of 2,401 | 51 | 39.4 | $287K | 107 | 26 |
| Tire shops | 54 | #677 of 1,530 | 6 | 4.6 | $2.4M | 97 | 4 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 53 | #998 of 2,385 | 44 | 34.0 | $254K | 120 | 9 |
| Convenience stores | 53 | #1,027 of 2,261 | 12 | 9.3 | $5.9M | 75 | 3 |
| Pizza | 51 | #986 of 2,090 | 11 | 8.5 | $3.9M | 77 | 20 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 50 | #1,138 of 2,210 | 23 | 17.7 | $879K | 100 | 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 49 | #964 of 1,886 | 11 | 8.5 | $1.3M | 133 | 12 |
| Insurance agencies | 49 | #1,141 of 2,272 | 19 | 14.7 | $1.4M | 114 | 14 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 45 | #875 of 1,493 | 8 | 6.2 | $1.9M | 63 | 8 |
| Nail salons | 44 | #865 of 1,328 | 7 | 5.4 | $1.6M | 96 | 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 44 | #1,247 of 2,087 | 14 | 10.8 | $1.4M | 114 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | 42 | #955 of 1,490 | 7 | 5.4 | $2.1M | 86 | 5 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 41 | #1,238 of 1,771 | 14 | 10.8 | $1.1M | 63 | 11 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 40 | #565 of 777 | 10 | 7.7 | $1.1M | 26 | 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 39 | #1,228 of 1,707 | 7 | 5.4 | $4.6M | 96 | 21 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 36 | #699 of 887 | 8 | 6.2 | Index only | 66 | 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 35 | #1,082 of 1,461 | 7 | 5.4 | $1.5M | 59 | 5 |
| Grocery stores | 34 | #1,548 of 2,070 | 14 | 10.8 | $5.1M | 55 | 6 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 34 | #1,834 of 2,402 | 41 | 31.6 | $1.7M | 51 | 9 |
| Real estate | 34 | #1,940 of 2,229 | 62 | 47.8 | Index only | 77 | 39 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 33 | #1,947 of 2,176 | 51 | 39.4 | Index only | 74 | 27 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 32 | #1,964 of 2,405 | 72 | 55.6 | $595K | 90 | 29 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 30 | #2,042 of 2,405 | 159 | 122.7 | $270K | 73 | 59 |
| Pet businesses | 28 | #1,948 of 2,200 | 36 | 27.8 | $293K | 33 | 11 |
| Veterinarians | 27 | #1,286 of 1,485 | 13 | 10.0 | $813K | 30 | 6 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 27 | #1,697 of 1,889 | 17 | 13.1 | $2.5M | 61 | 10 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 27 | #1,840 of 2,063 | 20 | 15.4 | $2.1M | 58 | 10 |
| Home repair trades | 26 | #1,913 of 2,057 | 18 | 13.9 | $1.8M | 73 | 49 |
| House cleaning | 20 | #820 of 847 | 5 | 3.9 | $3M | 46 | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | 20 | #1,117 of 1,177 | 7 | 5.4 | $4.6M | 54 | 6 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.1 | $8M | 67 | 22 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.1 | $657K | 97 | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.1 | $5.1M | 40 | 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.3 | $4.9M | 194 | 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.3 | $4.9M | 158 | 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.3 | $3.6M | 176 | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.3 | $3.5M | 78 | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.5 | $10.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.5 | $7.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.5 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.8 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.8 | $14.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.8 | $14.9M | Too few | 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Delta County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $14.6M | $1,129 | 118 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $38.1M | $2,943 | 113 |
| Food away from home | $42.9M | $3,307 | 81 |
| Groceries | $71M | $5,481 | 87 |
| Personal care products and services | $11.2M | $863 | 86 |
| Child care and other personal services | $6.4M | $497 | 86 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $10.7M | $823 | 84 |
| Medical and dental services | $14.4M | $1,113 | 86 |
| Pets | $10.6M | $815 | 90 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $20.2M | $1,560 | 76 |
| Vehicle insurance | $27.2M | $2,096 | 107 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $32M | $2,468 | 82 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $14.9M | $1,146 | 81 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $206.8M | $15,962 | 96 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Delta County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 32,178+3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 12,959
- Median age
- 48.5
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 78%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 1,142 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 28
- Median household income
- $57,774+27.6% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $80,675
- Median home value
- $343,200
- Jobs located here
- 8,348
- Daytime population
- 28,846Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Delta County, CO growing?
Population estimates put Delta County at 32,178 people in 2025, up 3.6% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 12,959 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 27.6%, before inflation.
How much do households in Delta County, CO spend?
Households in Delta County spend about $206.8M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $71M on groceries and $42.9M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Delta County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 118, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on clothing, shoes and related services (76).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Delta County, CO?
Of the business types scored in Delta County, child care centers and preschools (78), gas stations (77) and primary care and pediatric clinics (71) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For child care centers and preschools, that ranks #117 of 1,611 scored counties.
How does Delta County, CO compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Delta County is $57,774, 28% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $343,200, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for yoga, Pilates and fitness studios (3.2 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (42% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 42 of the 56 business types have a score in Delta County, each ranked against other counties.
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