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State government overview

The governor of Colorado is Jared Polis (Democratic), in office since January 2019. In Congress, Colorado is represented by 2 U.S. senators and 8 representatives. The Colorado General Assembly has a 35-seat Senate and a 65-seat House of Representatives. The next regular legislative election is in 2026.

Governor of Colorado

Jared Polis

Democratic · In office since January 2019

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Source: National Governors Association

Colorado in Congress

6 Democrats, 4 Republicans

U.S. Senate

U.S. House

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Colorado General Assembly

Senate · 35 seats
23 Democratic, 12 Republican
House of Representatives · 65 seats · 64 members listed
42 Democratic, 22 Republican
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5,862,189
Population
$95,470
Median income
4.6%
Unemployment
37.7
Median age

Education

High school or higher92.9%
Bachelor's or higher45.7%
Graduate or professional17.6%

Housing

Median home value$539,400
Median rent$1,761
Homeownership rate66.2%
9.4%
Poverty rate
$52,636
Per capita income
68.6%
Labor participation

Source: Census Bureau ACS 2024 (5-Year Estimates)

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