How much does it cost to rent in Broomfield, CO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Broomfield, CO is $2,035. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Broomfield cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Broomfield falls in the middle range for Colorado, ranking #35 out of 66 cities at $2,035/mo.

When was Broomfield rent data last updated?

Broomfield rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Broomfield

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Pop. 76,304·35th most expensive in Colorado·Rental market data updated monthly for Broomfield, CO

Median rent (all units)

$2,035/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.5%

Month-over-Month

+1.7%

vs US Median

+$70

Rising (Monthly)

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Broomfield · $2,035

More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Broomfield's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,035/mo

Expected by trend

$2,188/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Broomfield's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,840

1 BR

$2,010

2 BR

$2,405

3 BR

$3,140

4 BR+

$3,515

Research median

$2,405/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$24,420/yr

At $2,035/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Broomfield, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 60.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

76,304

Median income

$123,874

Median age

38.6

Renters

37.3%

Age distribution

20.5%

24%

28.5%

15.6%

Under 1820.5%

18–3424%

35–5428.5%

55–6411.4%

65+15.6%

Gender

50.4%

49.6%

Male50.4%

Female49.6%

Race & ethnicity

76%

14.1%

White76%

Black1.1%

Hispanic14.1%

Asian7%

Other1.7%

Education (25+)

12.3%

23.8%

60.3%

No HS diploma3.6%

HS diploma12.3%

Some college23.8%

Bachelor's+60.3%

Housing tenure

62.7%

37.3%

Owner62.7%

Renter37.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Broomfield, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,696 → $2,035

up 20.0%

Income

$107,570 → $123,874

up 15.2%

Population

72,697 → 76,304

up 5.0%

Renter share

34.7% → 37.3%

+2.6 pts

Bachelor's+

57.8% → 60.3%

+2.5 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Broomfield, CO has shifted from $1,696 to $2,035, up 20.0% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $107,570 to $123,874 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.2% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Broomfield, CO adding about 3,607 residents over the five-year window, up 5.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 34.7% to 37.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 57.8% to 60.3% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Broomfield, CO reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Broomfield on your salary?

At $2,035/mo, how Broomfield rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Broomfield rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Broomfield. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Broomfield, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Broomfield is $2,035/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,840/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,405/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,010/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,140/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($123,874/yr), Broomfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Broomfield an affordable city for renters?

Broomfield is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,035/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($123,874/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Broomfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Broomfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,035/mo in Broomfield. The local median household income is $123,874/yr, meaning the typical Broomfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Broomfield?

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

Which Broomfield neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Broomfield are 80023 ($2,042/mo), and 80020 ($2,087/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Broomfield is $2,035/mo.

How does Broomfield rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Broomfield is middle-of-the-pack for Colorado for rent, ranking #35 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,035/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Broomfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Broomfield ($2,035/mo): Northglenn ($1,533/mo), Federal Heights ($1,576/mo), Westminster ($1,879/mo).

What percentage of Broomfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.3% of Broomfield households are renters, while 62.7% are owner-occupied. Broomfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Broomfield rent compare to the national average?

Broomfield's median rent of $2,035/mo is $70 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #35 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,035/mo, rent takes ~20% of Broomfield's median household income ($123,874/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Broomfield 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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