Cost of Living in Fort Collins, CO
Population: 169,705 • 2026 Data
$83,598
Median Household Income
+8% vs national
$1,661
Median Monthly Rent
+23% vs national
$548,400
Median Home Value
+62% vs national
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fort Collins
The median home value in Fort Collins, CO is $548,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,661, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,692.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fort Collins, CO is $83,598. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1%, with a labor force of 102,697 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.