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Pueblo

Pop. 111,561·62nd most expensive in Colorado·Pueblo rents are up 8.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,392/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.4%
Month-over-Month
+3.4%
vs US Median
-$573
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Pueblo · $1,392
More affordable than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
61/100
Good value
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Rents are 6% below what Pueblo's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,392/mo
Expected by trend
$1,474/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$912
1 BR
$1,013
2 BR
$1,330
3 BR
$1,718
4 BR+
$1,892
Research median
$1,330/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
$16,704/yr
At $1,392/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, +3.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Pueblo, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
111,561
Median income
$56,664
Median age
38.4
Renters
38.6%
Age distribution
21.6%
23.8%
23.5%
19.2%
Under 1821.6%
18–3423.8%
35–5423.5%
55–6411.8%
65+19.2%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
67.4%
48.3%
White67.4%
Black2.9%
Hispanic48.3%
Asian0.9%
Education (25+)
31.8%
33.9%
23.7%
No HS diploma10.6%
HS diploma31.8%
Some college33.9%
Bachelor's+23.7%
Housing tenure
61.4%
38.6%
Owner61.4%
Renter38.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pueblo, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,062 → $1,392
up 31.1%
Income
$46,766 → $56,664
up 21.2%
Population
111,424 → 111,561
up 0.1%
Renter share
42% → 38.6%
-3.4 pts
Bachelor's+
21.2% → 23.7%
+2.5 pts

The median rent in Pueblo, CO stood at $1,062 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,392, reflecting a 31.1% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $46,766 to $56,664 across the same window, up 21.2% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 38.6% of households, compared with 42% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 23.7% of adults here, versus 21.2% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Pueblo, CO look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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At $1,392/mo, how Pueblo rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Pueblo rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Pueblo, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pueblo is $1,392/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $912/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,330/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,013/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,718/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($56,664/yr), Pueblo ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pueblo an affordable city for renters?

Pueblo is considered affordable for renters. At $1,392/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($56,664/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pueblo falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pueblo?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,392/mo in Pueblo. The local median household income is $56,664/yr, meaning the typical Pueblo household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pueblo?

Rent in Pueblo has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Pueblo neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Pueblo are 81004 ($1,187/mo), 81005 ($1,228/mo), and 81001 ($1,255/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Pueblo is $1,392/mo.

How does Pueblo rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Pueblo is one of the more affordable cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #62 out of 66 tracked cities at $1,392/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pueblo?

Manitou Springs is nearby and more affordable at $1,323/mo, which is $69 less than Pueblo.

What percentage of Pueblo residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.6% of Pueblo households are renters, while 61.4% are owner-occupied. Pueblo leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pueblo rent compare to the national average?

Pueblo's median rent of $1,392/mo is $573 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #62 out of 66 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,392/mo, rent takes ~29% of Pueblo's median household income ($56,664/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pueblo 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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