Gypsum, CO is a small town located in the Rocky Mountains with a population of 8,047 according to the most recent US census. The small mountain community has a population density of 842 people per square mile, compared to the overall US population density of 93 people per square mile. Gypsum offers a wide variety of year-round outdoor activities and local businesses for its residents and visitors alike. Many locals enjoy skiing at the nearby Eaglecrest Ski Area or whitewater rafting on the Colorado River. There are also plenty of local organizations and sporting events in Gypsum such as the Gypsum Creek Golf Course, annual rodeos at the Eagle County Fairgrounds, and special events hosted by Gypsum's Parks and Recreation Department. Additionally, there are many local businesses such as Idaho Springs Trading Co., Butterhorn Bakery & Cafe, and Gerber’s Outback for all your shopping needs.
The population in Gypsum is 8,047. There are 928 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Gypsum is 35.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Gypsum is 3.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Gypsum
- 60.8% are married
- 11.5% are divorced
- 42.5% are married with children
- 7.1% have children, but are single
Race in Gypsum
- 64.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 34.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander