Monument, CO is a small suburban town located just north of Colorado Springs. Founded in 1879, Monument has grown to an estimated population of 10,026 and a population density of 1,207 people per square mile. One of the most attractive aspects of this town is its close proximity to major outdoor activities and local organizations. Residents have access to year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, rafting, golfing and skiing at nearby ski resorts. Local businesses in Monument include an array of restaurants ranging from Italian cuisine to tacos and burgers as well as coffee shops and cafes. Other organizations in Monument are art galleries and cultural centers that celebrate the unique culture of the region. Finally, local sporting events are also popular in Monument with teams such as Tri-Lakes Soccer Association offering a variety of youth soccer leagues and tournaments throughout the year.
The population in Monument is 10,026. There are 1,485 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Monument is 39.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Monument is 3.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Monument
- 67.9% are married
- 7.9% are divorced
- 48.0% are married with children
- 15.3% have children, but are single
Race in Monument
- 76.2% are White
- 1.6% are Black
- 2.2% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 11.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 8.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander