Cost of Living in Castle Rock, CO
Population: 76,614 • 2026 Data
$143,031
Median Household Income
+85% vs national
$1,946
Median Monthly Rent
+44% vs national
$621,700
Median Home Value
+83% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Castle Rock
The median home value in Castle Rock, CO is $621,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,946, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,434.
Rent-to-income ratio: 16.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Castle Rock, CO is $143,031. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 43,933 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.