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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fruita, CO is $1,935. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fruita cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Fruita is among the more affordable cities in Colorado, ranking #44 out of 66 cities at $1,935/mo.

When was Fruita rent data last updated?

Fruita 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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Fruita

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Pop. 13,691·44th most expensive in Colorado·Fruita rents are up 10.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,935/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.3%

vs US Median

-$30

Rising (Monthly)

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Fruita · $1,935

More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

27% of income

AFFORDABLE

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At $1,935/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$77,000/yr

Local median income

$87,184/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,110

1 BR

$1,230

2 BR

$1,590

3 BR

$2,230

4 BR+

$2,670

Research median

$1,590/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

$23,220/yr

At $1,935/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 10.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.1% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fruita, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

13,691

Median income

$87,184

Median age

41.5

Renters

20.1%

Age distribution

27.4%

15.8%

27%

19.2%

Under 1827.4%

18–3415.8%

35–5427%

55–6410.6%

65+19.2%

Gender

47.3%

52.7%

Male47.3%

Female52.7%

Race & ethnicity

87.5%

White87.5%

Black1.2%

Hispanic8.4%

Other2.5%

Education (25+)

27.9%

34.5%

33.6%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma27.9%

Some college34.5%

Bachelor's+33.6%

Housing tenure

79.9%

20.1%

Owner79.9%

Renter20.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fruita, CO has changed in 5 years

Income

$64,029 → $87,184

up 36.2%

Population

13,296 → 13,691

up 3.0%

Renter share

25.1% → 20.1%

-5.0 pts

Bachelor's+

28.1% → 33.6%

+5.5 pts

Median age

40.4 → 41.5

+1.1 yrs

Median household income rose from $64,029 to $87,184 between 2021 and 2024, a 36.2% shift. The population has grown by 3.0% since 2021, moving from about 13,296 residents to roughly 13,691. Renters now make up 20.1% of households, compared with 25.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 33.6% of adults here, versus 28.1% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fruita on your salary?

At $1,935/mo, how Fruita rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 28.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 16% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 12.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 35.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 39% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fruita rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Fruita

About renting in Fruita, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fruita is $1,935/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,110/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,230/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($87,184/yr), Fruita ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fruita an affordable city for renters?

Fruita is considered affordable for renters. At $1,935/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($87,184/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fruita falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fruita?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,935/mo in Fruita. The local median household income is $87,184/yr, meaning the typical Fruita household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fruita?

Rent in Fruita has increased 10.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Fruita rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Fruita is one of the more affordable cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #44 out of 66 tracked cities at $1,935/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fruita?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fruita ($1,935/mo): Clifton ($1,371/mo), Grand Junction ($1,768/mo).

What percentage of Fruita residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.1% of Fruita households are renters, while 79.9% are owner-occupied. Fruita leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.