Average Rent in Jackson County, CO↑ Rents rising 50.2% YoY
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 1,422
Market Overview
Jackson County, CO has rental prices ranging from $1,103/month to $2,306/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,143/month — 18% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $41,809/year, spending $1,143/month on a 1-bedroom represents 33% of gross income — at the boundary of affordability.
How Jackson County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,485/month, Jackson County ranks #19 most expensive of the 55 cities tracked in Colorado — pricier than 88% of all US cities in our data.
The Jackson County Rental Market
The Jackson County, CO area has a population of about 1,422 and 27% 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 Jackson County, CO have risen by $496/month (50.2%) over the past year, from $989 to $1,485. 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 Jackson County, CO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $45,720. The local median household income of $41,809 falls $3,911 short of that threshold, meaning many residents in Jackson County are housing cost-burdened by conventional measures.
Economy & Jobs
Jackson County, CO has an unemployment rate of 3.5%, 0.4 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 Jackson 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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