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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Peyton, CO is $2,615. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Peyton cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Peyton is one of the pricier cities in Colorado, ranking #11 out of 66 cities tracked at $2,615/mo.

When was Peyton rent data last updated?

Peyton 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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Peyton

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Pop. 139·11th most expensive in Colorado·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,615/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.8%

Month-over-Month

+2.5%

vs US Median

+$650

Rising (Monthly)

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Peyton · $2,615

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

44% of income

STRETCHED

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,615/mo, rent takes about 44% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$105,000/yr

US median income

$72,000/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,760

1 BR

$2,130

2 BR

$2,570

3 BR

$3,600

4 BR+

$4,110

Research median

$2,570/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

$31,380/yr

At $2,615/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 3.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.8% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Peyton, CO is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 100% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

139

Median age

57.5

Renters

100%

Age distribution

32.4%

67.6%

18–3432.4%

55–6467.6%

Gender

65.5%

34.5%

Male65.5%

Female34.5%

Race & ethnicity

100%

White100%

Education (25+)

100%

Bachelor's+100%

Housing tenure

100%

Renter100%

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

2019 vs 2026

How Peyton, CO has changed in 5 years

Population

17 → 139

up 717.6%

Renter share

0% → 100%

+100.0 pts

Bachelor's+

100% → 100%

+0.0 pts

The population has grown by 717.6% since 2019, moving from about 17 residents to roughly 139. Renters now make up 100% of households, compared with 0% five years ago.

Community

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Peyton on your salary?

At $2,615/mo, how Peyton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 44.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 38.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 47.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 52.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 42.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Peyton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Peyton

About renting in Peyton, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Peyton is $2,615/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,570/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,130/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,600/mo.

At 44% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Peyton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Peyton an affordable city for renters?

Peyton is considered stretched for renters. At $2,615/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Peyton significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Peyton?

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 $2,615/mo in Peyton.

Is rent going up or down in Peyton?

Rent in Peyton has increased 3.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Peyton rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Peyton is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #11 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,615/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Peyton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Peyton ($2,615/mo): Colorado Springs ($1,739/mo), Stratmoor ($1,861/mo), Fountain ($2,125/mo).

What percentage of Peyton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 100% of Peyton households are renters, while 0% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Peyton has a strong rental market.

How does Peyton rent compare to the national average?

Peyton's median rent of $2,615/mo is $650 (33%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #11 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

44%

STRETCHED

At $2,615/mo, rent takes ~44% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Peyton 44%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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