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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Evergreen, CO is $3,026. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Evergreen cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Evergreen is one of the pricier cities in Colorado, ranking #5 out of 66 cities tracked at $3,026/mo.

When was Evergreen rent data last updated?

Evergreen 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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Evergreen

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Pop. 8,602·5th most expensive in Colorado·Evergreen rents are up 25.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,026/mo

Year-over-Year

+25.6%

Month-over-Month

+8.7%

vs US Median

+$1,061

Rising (Monthly)

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Evergreen · $3,026

More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,026/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$121,000/yr

Local median income

$150,417/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Evergreen's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,860

1 BR

$2,030

2 BR

$2,430

3 BR

$3,170

4 BR+

$3,550

Research median

$2,430/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

$36,312/yr

At $3,026/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 25.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+25.6% YoY, +8.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Evergreen, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 69.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,602

Median income

$150,417

Median age

45.6

Renters

11.2%

Age distribution

22.3%

30.4%

13.8%

23.9%

Under 1822.3%

18–349.6%

35–5430.4%

55–6413.8%

65+23.9%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

90.4%

White90.4%

Black0.7%

Hispanic5.3%

Asian0.7%

Other2.9%

Education (25+)

19.1%

69.3%

No HS diploma2.6%

HS diploma9%

Some college19.1%

Bachelor's+69.3%

Housing tenure

88.8%

Owner88.8%

Renter11.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Evergreen, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,411 → $3,026

up 25.5%

Income

$133,488 → $150,417

up 12.7%

Population

9,338 → 8,602

down 7.9%

Renter share

13.9% → 11.2%

-2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

69.1% → 69.3%

+0.2 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Evergreen, CO has shifted from $2,411 to $3,026, up 25.5% since 2022. Median household income climbed from $133,488 to $150,417 between 2021 and 2024, a 12.7% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Evergreen, CO losing about 736 residents over the five-year window, down 7.9% on net. The renter share has eased from 13.9% to 11.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Evergreen, 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 Evergreen on your salary?

At $3,026/mo, how Evergreen rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 51.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 19.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 55.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 61% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 49.5% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Evergreen rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Evergreen

About renting in Evergreen, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Evergreen is $3,026/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,860/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,430/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,170/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($150,417/yr), Evergreen ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 25.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Evergreen an affordable city for renters?

Evergreen is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,026/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($150,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Evergreen falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Evergreen?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $121,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,026/mo in Evergreen. The local median household income is $150,417/yr, meaning the typical Evergreen household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Evergreen?

Rent in Evergreen has increased 25.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Evergreen rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Evergreen is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #5 out of 66 tracked cities at $3,026/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Evergreen?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Evergreen ($3,026/mo): Dakota Ridge ($1,727/mo), Lakewood ($1,814/mo), Arvada ($2,094/mo).

What percentage of Evergreen residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 11.2% of Evergreen households are renters, while 88.8% are owner-occupied. Evergreen leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Evergreen rent compare to the national average?

Evergreen's median rent of $3,026/mo is $1,061 (54%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #5 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,026/mo, rent takes ~24% of Evergreen's median household income ($150,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Evergreen 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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