Cost of Living in Longmont, CO
Population: 98,958 • 2026 Data
$89,724
Median Household Income
+16% vs national
$1,755
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$541,400
Median Home Value
+60% vs national
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Longmont
The median home value in Longmont, CO is $541,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,755, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,765.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Longmont, CO is $89,724. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, with a labor force of 56,139 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.