Colorado Ranks Above National Average with 340,000 Military Veterans in the State
Colorado is proudly recognizing its 340,000 military veterans as the state prepares to honor fallen members of the armed forces on Veteran's Day.
This number puts Colorado above the national average with a share of 7.4% of the state's adult population being veterans, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
In comparison, New York falls far below, with only 3.7% of its adult population being veterans. This holds true for Alaska as well, which leads the nation with a 10.1% veteran population.
It's clear that Colorado values and respects its military community, with a commitment to memorializing and honoring their sacrifices for our country.
The relatively new memorial in downtown Denver, the Colorado Fallen Heroes Memorial, is a testament to this commitment.
Located in Lincoln Veterans Memorial Park, the memorial honors residents who have been killed in recent wars. This dedication comes after 14 years of hard work from a commission created by the state Legislature. And thanks to the generosity of Larry Mizel, Chairman and CEO of MDC/Richmond American Homes, and a top financial supporter of former President Trump, much of the construction costs were covered.
An estimated 367,000 veterans have called Colorado home. This makes the state tied for 19th in the nation for the proportion of its total population that is military veterans.
Among these veterans, the largest group is aged 35 to 54 at 28%, followed by those aged 65 to 74 at 23%. 90% of these veterans are men and only 10% are women.
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A quarter of Colorado's veterans are estimated to be disabled, underscoring the sacrifices these men and women have made for our country.
As we honor and remember them on Veteran's Day, let us also express our gratitude for their service and sacrifices in protecting our freedom. Colorado will continue to stand strong in support of our military and ensure they receive the recognition and care they deserve.