Average Rent in Eagle County, CO↑ Rents rising 9.6% YoY🔺 2nd priciest in CO
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 55,374
Market Overview
Eagle County, CO has rental prices ranging from $1,815/month to $4,357/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,993/month — 42% above the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $103,174/year, spending $1,993/month on a 1-bedroom represents 23% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Eagle County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $2,607/month, Eagle County ranks #2 most expensive of the 55 cities tracked in Colorado — pricier than 99% of all US cities in our data.
The Eagle County Rental Market
The Eagle County, CO area has a population of about 55,374 and 32% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Eagle County, CO have risen by $228/month (9.6%) over the past year, from $2,379 to $2,607. 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 Eagle County, CO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $79,720. The local median household income of $103,174 exceeds that threshold by $23,454, making Eagle County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Eagle County, CO has an unemployment rate of 3.1%, 0.8 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Eagle 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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