Ethnicity
A diverse population in Metro Denver fosters a culture of creativity, openness, and energy, all essential ingredients for the region's Mountain West lifestyle.
That openness has resulted in approximately one-third of Metro Denver's population identifying as people of color. Coloradans believe in an inclusive community and understand that diversity is how communities and organizations thrive.
In a recent perception study, 83% of the Metro Denver workforce said they chose our community because people are respectful of different viewpoints.
In 2020, Brookings named Metro Denver the Top U.S. City for Inclusion.
Population by Ethnicity
| Race | Metro Denver | N. Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| White | 64.6% | 73.9% |
| Black | 5.2% | 1.1% |
| American Indian | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.6% | 2.0% |
| Hispanic Origin* | 22.6% | 20.5% |
| *Persons of Hispanic Origin may be of any race. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program 2020 | ||