What is Colorado’s economic outlook for 2026?

Colorado’s GDP growth is 3.4% with unemployment at 3.5%. The top sector is Tech & Aerospace and the budget outlook is Balanced.

How do tariffs affect Colorado’s economy?

Tariff impact on Colorado: Low-moderate — aerospace benefits from domestic procurement. Key risk: Real estate bubble; water scarcity limiting growth

GDP growth, unemployment, tariff impacts, and economic forecast for Colorado heading into the 2026 elections.

3.4%

GDP Growth Rate

3.5%

Unemployment Rate

Balanced

State Budget Outlook

Growing

Job Growth Forecast

Colorado’s booming economy masks affordability concerns. The 2026 debate focuses on whether growth benefits are broadly shared.

Indicator	Value / Status
GDP Growth Rate	3.4%
Unemployment Rate	3.5%
Top Economic Sector	Tech & Aerospace
State Budget Outlook	Balanced
Job Growth Forecast	Growing
Tariff Impact	Low-moderate — aerospace benefits from domestic procurement
Key Economic Risk	Real estate bubble; water scarcity limiting growth