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Ward, Colorado

town · Boulder County

At a glance

103
Population
$322,200
Median home value (all homes)
6% above U.S. median
$534,902
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$56,875
Median household income
28% below U.S. median
91.7%
Homes with broadband
0%
Locations with fiber available
4.5%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 104 — 4% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing24% above
Goods & services2% below
Utilities1% above
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost6% below
For business: Colorado is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college13 mi
Nearest community college15 mi
Nearest technical college15 mi
High school graduates100%
College graduates34.9%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

state Colorado Economic Development
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade promotes economic growth and long-term job creation by supporting small businesses and encouraging business expansion across Colorado, and champions industries like the creative industries, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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