Average Rent in Kiowa County, CO↑ Rents rising 15.1% YoY

Kiowa County, CO has rental prices ranging from $980/month to $2,048/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,015/month — 28% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $56,389/year, spending $1,015/month on a 1-bedroom represents 22% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Kiowa County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,319/month, Kiowa County ranks #27 most expensive of the 55 cities tracked in Colorado — pricier than 82% of all US cities in our data.

The Kiowa County Rental Market

The Kiowa County, CO area has a population of about 1,356 and 30% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Kiowa County, CO have risen by $173/month (15.1%) over the past year, from $1,146 to $1,319. 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 Kiowa County, CO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $40,600. The local median household income of $56,389 exceeds that threshold by $15,789, making Kiowa County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Kiowa County, CO has an unemployment rate of 3.2%, 0.7 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.

Is Kiowa County, CO Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Kiowa County?

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Living in Kiowa County

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