How much does it cost to rent in Commerce City, CO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Commerce City, CO is $2,484. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Commerce City cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Commerce City is one of the pricier cities in Colorado, ranking #15 out of 66 cities tracked at $2,484/mo.

When was Commerce City rent data last updated?

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

Is Commerce City a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Commerce City is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 5.4% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Commerce City

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Pop. 66,445·15th most expensive in Colorado·Commerce City rents have dropped 5.4%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$2,484/mo

Year-over-Year

-5.4%

Month-over-Month

+0.3%

vs US Median

+$519

Stable (Monthly)

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Commerce City · $2,484

More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Commerce City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,484/mo

Expected by trend

$2,826/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,940

1 BR

$2,110

2 BR

$2,530

3 BR

$3,300

4 BR+

$3,700

Research median

$2,530/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

$29,808/yr

At $2,484/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 5.4% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-5.4% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Commerce City, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

66,445

Median income

$111,972

Median age

Renters

22.8%

Age distribution

28.7%

21.4%

31%

Under 1828.7%

18–3421.4%

35–5431%

55–649.4%

65+9.7%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

55.3%

48.5%

White55.3%

Black4.1%

Hispanic48.5%

Asian2.5%

Education (25+)

13.4%

31.3%

29.5%

25.8%

No HS diploma13.4%

HS diploma31.3%

Some college29.5%

Bachelor's+25.8%

Housing tenure

77.2%

22.8%

Owner77.2%

Renter22.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Commerce City, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,050 → $2,484

up 21.2%

Income

$87,354 → $111,972

up 28.2%

Population

61,516 → 66,445

up 8.0%

Renter share

24.9% → 22.8%

-2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

25.1% → 25.8%

+0.7 pts

Median age

32.9 → 35

+2.1 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Commerce City, CO has climbed from $2,050 to $2,484, a 21.2% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $87,354 to $111,972 across the same window, up 28.2% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 8.0% since 2021, moving from about 61,516 residents to roughly 66,445. Renters now make up 22.8% of households, compared with 24.9% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Commerce City, CO look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Commerce City on your salary?

At $2,484/mo, how Commerce City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 30% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 42.3% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 36.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 16.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 45.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 50.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 40.6% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Commerce City rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Commerce City, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Commerce City is $2,484/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,530/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,110/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,300/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($111,972/yr), Commerce City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Commerce City an affordable city for renters?

Commerce City is considered affordable for renters. At $2,484/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($111,972/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Commerce City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Commerce City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $99,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,484/mo in Commerce City. The local median household income is $111,972/yr, meaning the typical Commerce City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Commerce City?

Rent in Commerce City has decreased 5.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Commerce City neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Commerce City are 80022 ($2,456/mo), and 80640 ($2,524/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Commerce City is $2,484/mo.

How does Commerce City rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Commerce City is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #15 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,484/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Commerce City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Commerce City ($2,484/mo): Northglenn ($1,533/mo), Federal Heights ($1,576/mo), Denver ($1,877/mo).

What percentage of Commerce City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.8% of Commerce City households are renters, while 77.2% are owner-occupied. Commerce City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Commerce City rent compare to the national average?

Commerce City's median rent of $2,484/mo is $519 (26%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #15 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,484/mo, rent takes ~27% of Commerce City's median household income ($111,972/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Commerce City 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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