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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Louisville, CO is $2,634. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Louisville cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Louisville is one of the pricier cities in Colorado, ranking #10 out of 66 cities tracked at $2,634/mo.

When was Louisville rent data last updated?

Louisville 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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Louisville

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Pop. 20,786·10th most expensive in Colorado·Louisville rents are up 21.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,634/mo

Year-over-Year

+21.8%

Month-over-Month

+11.8%

vs US Median

+$669

Rising (Monthly)

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Louisville · $2,634

More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

37/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what Louisville's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,634/mo

Expected by trend

$2,479/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,690

1 BR

$1,970

2 BR

$2,380

3 BR

$3,130

4 BR+

$3,570

Research median

$2,380/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

$31,608/yr

At $2,634/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 21.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+21.8% YoY, +11.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Louisville, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 69.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

20,786

Median income

$147,319

Median age

42.6

Renters

28.3%

Age distribution

24.9%

17.2%

27.5%

13.6%

16.8%

Under 1824.9%

18–3417.2%

35–5427.5%

55–6413.6%

65+16.8%

Gender

51.1%

48.9%

Male51.1%

Female48.9%

Race & ethnicity

80.4%

White80.4%

Black1.4%

Hispanic10.4%

Asian4.1%

Other3.7%

Education (25+)

19.1%

69.9%

No HS diploma1.9%

HS diploma9.1%

Some college19.1%

Bachelor's+69.9%

Housing tenure

71.7%

28.3%

Owner71.7%

Renter28.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Louisville, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,793 → $2,634

up 46.9%

Income

$125,124 → $147,319

up 17.7%

Population

21,091 → 20,786

down 1.4%

Renter share

31.8% → 28.3%

-3.5 pts

Bachelor's+

67.4% → 69.9%

+2.5 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Louisville, CO has climbed by $841 per month, settling near $2,634 after starting the period at $1,793. On the earnings side, the typical household in Louisville, CO now reports about $147,319, up from $125,124 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 29.2 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 21,091 to 20,786 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.4% change. About 28.3% of households rent today, against 31.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 67.4% to 69.9%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Louisville, CO reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Louisville on your salary?

At $2,634/mo, how Louisville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 44.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 39% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 21.8% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 17.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 47.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 53.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 43.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Louisville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Louisville

About renting in Louisville, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Louisville is $2,634/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,690/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,380/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,970/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,130/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($147,319/yr), Louisville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 21.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Louisville an affordable city for renters?

Louisville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,634/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($147,319/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Louisville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Louisville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $105,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,634/mo in Louisville. The local median household income is $147,319/yr, meaning the typical Louisville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Louisville?

Rent in Louisville has increased 21.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Louisville rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Louisville is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #10 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,634/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Louisville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Louisville ($2,634/mo): Broomfield ($2,035/mo), Arvada ($2,094/mo), Lafayette ($2,250/mo).

What percentage of Louisville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.3% of Louisville households are renters, while 71.7% are owner-occupied. Louisville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Louisville rent compare to the national average?

Louisville's median rent of $2,634/mo is $669 (34%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #10 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,634/mo, rent takes ~21% of Louisville's median household income ($147,319/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Louisville 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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