Average Rent in Montrose County, CO↓ Rents falling 5.3% YoY
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 43,272
Market Overview
Montrose County, CO has rental prices ranging from $867/month to $1,923/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $873/month — 38% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $66,072/year, spending $873/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Montrose County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,145/month, Montrose County ranks #28 most expensive of the 55 cities tracked in Colorado — pricier than 78% of all US cities in our data.
The Montrose County Rental Market
The Montrose County, CO area has a population of about 43,272 and 25% 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 Montrose County, CO have fallen by $64/month (5.3%) over the past year, from $1,209 to $1,145. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Montrose County, CO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $34,920. The local median household income of $66,072 exceeds that threshold by $31,152, making Montrose County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Montrose County, CO has an unemployment rate of 4.2%, 0.3 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 FY2025Is Montrose 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 | $1,639 | $1,789 | $2,140 | $2,794 | — |
| Colorado Springs | $1,219 | $1,472 | $1,778 | $2,491 | — |
| Fort Collins | $1,434 | $1,442 | $1,695 | $2,375 | — |
| Greeley | $1,107 | $1,203 | $1,528 | $2,141 | — |
| Boulder | $1,466 | $1,702 | $2,059 | $2,704 | — |
| Pueblo | $863 | $959 | $1,258 | $1,626 | — |
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