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Arvada

Pop. 122,634·33rd most expensive in Colorado·Rental market data updated monthly for Arvada, CO
Median rent (all units)
$2,094/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.5%
Month-over-Month
+1.9%
vs US Median
+$129
Rising (Monthly)
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Arvada · $2,094
More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
66/100
Good value
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Rents are 8% below what Arvada's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,094/mo
Expected by trend
$2,279/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,808
1 BR
$1,983
2 BR
$2,373
3 BR
$3,095
4 BR+
$3,470
Research median
$2,373/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,128/yr
At $2,094/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Arvada, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 51.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
122,634
Median income
$117,348
Median age
40
Renters
24.7%
Age distribution
19.6%
21.9%
29.2%
17.4%
Under 1819.6%
18–3421.9%
35–5429.2%
55–6411.9%
65+17.4%
Gender
50.1%
49.9%
Male50.1%
Female49.9%
Race & ethnicity
80.3%
15.8%
White80.3%
Black1%
Hispanic15.8%
Asian2.7%
Education (25+)
19.6%
24.8%
51.6%
No HS diploma4.1%
HS diploma19.6%
Some college24.8%
Bachelor's+51.6%
Housing tenure
75.3%
24.7%
Owner75.3%
Renter24.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Arvada, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,656 → $2,094
up 26.4%
Income
$96,677 → $117,348
up 21.4%
Population
122,903 → 122,634
down 0.2%
Renter share
25.1% → 24.7%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
45.4% → 51.6%
+6.2 pts

The median rent in Arvada, CO stood at $1,656 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,094, reflecting a 26.4% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $96,677 to $117,348 across the same window, up 21.4% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 51.6% of adults here, versus 45.4% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Arvada, CO look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Arvada rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Arvada, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Arvada is $2,094/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,808/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,373/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,983/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,095/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($117,348/yr), Arvada ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Arvada an affordable city for renters?

Arvada is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,094/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($117,348/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Arvada falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Arvada?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,094/mo in Arvada. The local median household income is $117,348/yr, meaning the typical Arvada household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Arvada?

Rent in Arvada has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Arvada neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Arvada are 80004 ($2,026/mo), 80002 ($2,103/mo), and 80005 ($2,217/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Arvada is $2,094/mo.

How does Arvada rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Arvada is middle-of-the-pack for Colorado for rent, ranking #33 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,094/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Arvada?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Arvada ($2,094/mo): Lakewood ($1,814/mo), Westminster ($1,879/mo), Wheat Ridge ($2,014/mo).

What percentage of Arvada residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.7% of Arvada households are renters, while 75.3% are owner-occupied. Arvada leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Arvada rent compare to the national average?

Arvada's median rent of $2,094/mo is $129 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #33 out of 66 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,094/mo, rent takes ~21% of Arvada's median household income ($117,348/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Arvada 21%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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