Correctional Population Forecasts, FY 2022

Abstract

This report presents current forecasts for the Colorado adult prison and parole populations across the upcoming seven fiscal years and, for the Colorado juvenile commitment, detention and parole populations through the next five fiscal years. Also included are estimates regarding average length of stay for inmates admitted to prison during the previous fiscal year...After 3 years of decline, the Colorado inmate population is projected to begin a period of growth in mid-FY 2022, resulting in an increase of 6.7% throughout FY 2022. This growth is expected to remain strong through FY 2025, moderating somewhat across FY 2026 through FY 2028.