Cost of Living in Arvada, CO
Population: 122,835 • 2026 Data
$113,396
Median Household Income
+47% vs national
$1,802
Median Monthly Rent
+34% vs national
$600,800
Median Home Value
+77% vs national
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Arvada
The median home value in Arvada, CO is $600,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,802, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,948.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Arvada, CO is $113,396. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9%, with a labor force of 72,105 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.