Average Rent in Dolores County, CO↑ Rents rising 19.5% YoY
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 2,385
Market Overview
Dolores County, CO has rental prices ranging from $989/month to $2,068/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,224/month — 13% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,490/year, spending $1,224/month on a 1-bedroom represents 21% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Dolores County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,332/month, Dolores County ranks #25 most expensive of the 55 cities tracked in Colorado — pricier than 83% of all US cities in our data.
The Dolores County Rental Market
The Dolores County, CO area has a population of about 2,385 and 16% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Dolores County, CO have risen by $217/month (19.5%) over the past year, from $1,115 to $1,332. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Dolores County, CO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $48,960. The local median household income of $70,490 exceeds that threshold by $21,530, making Dolores County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Dolores County, CO has an unemployment rate of 4.6%, 0.7 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Dolores County, CO Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in COlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $1,751 | $1,831 | $2,169 | $2,846 | — |
| Colorado Springs | $1,129 | $1,380 | $1,621 | $2,245 | — |
| Fort Collins | $1,551 | $1,589 | $1,759 | $2,379 | — |
| Greeley | $1,240 | $1,307 | $1,647 | $2,281 | — |
| Boulder | $1,520 | $1,735 | $2,033 | $2,703 | — |
| Pueblo | $879 | $978 | $1,263 | $1,611 | — |
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