Population
Castle Rock has an estimated 83,815 residents (Census Bureau, July 2025), the 14th-largest city in Colorado. It has grown 14.6% since the 2020 Census count of 73,162.
Castle Rock is a Douglas County town of about 83,800, growing 14.6% since 2020. The typical home value is near $660,000, and The Meadows is the largest master-planned community.
Castle Rock has an estimated 83,815 residents (Census Bureau, July 2025), the 14th-largest city in Colorado. It has grown 14.6% since the 2020 Census count of 73,162.
The typical home value is about $660,519 (Zillow), and the Census median owner-occupied home value is $652,900.
Castle Rock's overall cost of living index is about 143.6 where the U.S. average is 100, roughly 44% above the national average. Housing index is 206.6, and a two-bedroom rental averages about $2,240 a month.
The Meadows is the largest master-planned community, with more than 10,000 homes at buildout across about 30 neighborhoods.
Niche gives Castle Rock a B for crime and safety. Reported assault runs 21.4 per 100,000 residents, burglary 61.8 and motor vehicle theft 42.8, and no murders were reported.
Niche grades Castle Rock A overall and ranks it #28 among Best Suburbs in Colorado.
Median household income is $145,197, and about 11% of residents are 65 or older.
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| Care Type | Average Local Cost |
|---|---|
| Independent Living | $4,026 / month |
| Assisted Living | $5,500 to $6,395 / month |
| Memory Care | $7,345 / month |
| Nursing Care | $10,159 to $12,182 / month |
Data verified on October 1st, 2026.
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