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Northglenn

Pop. 38,014·60th most expensive in Colorado·Rental market data updated monthly for Northglenn, CO
Median rent (all units)
$1,533/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.8%
Month-over-Month
-1.5%
vs US Median
-$432
Falling (Monthly)
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Northglenn · $1,533
More affordable than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
81/100
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Rents are 16% below what Northglenn's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,533/mo
Expected by trend
$1,818/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,300
1 BR
$1,606
2 BR
$1,874
3 BR
$2,213
4 BR+
$2,204
Research median
$1,874/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
$18,396/yr
At $1,533/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 3.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.8% YoY, -1.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Northglenn, CO is majority owner-occupied, 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
38,014
Median income
$84,030
Median age
34.8
Renters
39.4%
Age distribution
21.2%
29.1%
26%
13.2%
Under 1821.2%
18–3429.1%
35–5426%
55–6410.5%
65+13.2%
Gender
52.2%
47.8%
Male52.2%
Female47.8%
Race & ethnicity
59.5%
37.8%
White59.5%
Black3%
Hispanic37.8%
Asian4.6%
Education (25+)
31%
30%
27.7%
No HS diploma11.3%
HS diploma31%
Some college30%
Bachelor's+27.7%
Housing tenure
60.6%
39.4%
Owner60.6%
Renter39.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Northglenn, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,381 → $1,533
up 11.0%
Income
$73,163 → $84,030
up 14.9%
Population
37,899 → 38,014
up 0.3%
Renter share
41.6% → 39.4%
-2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
22.1% → 27.7%
+5.6 pts
Median age
33.8 → 34.8
+1.0 yrs

The median rent in Northglenn, CO stood at $1,381 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,533, reflecting a 11.0% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $73,163 to $84,030 across the same window, up 14.9% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. Renters now make up 39.4% of households, compared with 41.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 27.7% of adults here, versus 22.1% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Northglenn, CO look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Northglenn rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Northglenn is $1,533/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,874/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,606/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,213/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($84,030/yr), Northglenn ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Northglenn an affordable city for renters?

Northglenn is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,533/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($84,030/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Northglenn falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Northglenn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,533/mo in Northglenn. The local median household income is $84,030/yr, meaning the typical Northglenn household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Northglenn?

Rent in Northglenn has decreased 3.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Northglenn rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Northglenn is one of the more affordable cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #60 out of 66 tracked cities at $1,533/mo.

What percentage of Northglenn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.4% of Northglenn households are renters, while 60.6% are owner-occupied. Northglenn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Northglenn rent compare to the national average?

Northglenn's median rent of $1,533/mo is $432 (22%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #60 out of 66 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,533/mo, rent takes ~22% of Northglenn's median household income ($84,030/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Northglenn 22%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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