Cost of Living in Highlands Ranch, CO
Population: 101,437 • 2026 Data
$155,847
Median Household Income
+101% vs national
$2,397
Median Monthly Rent
+78% vs national
$672,600
Median Home Value
+98% vs national
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Highlands Ranch
The median home value in Highlands Ranch, CO is $672,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,397, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,408.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Highlands Ranch, CO is $155,847. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6%, with a labor force of 57,599 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.