How much does it cost to rent in Security Widefield, CO?

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Security Widefield, CO is $2,226. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Security Widefield cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Security Widefield falls in the middle range for Colorado, ranking #26 out of 69 cities at $2,226/mo.

When was Security Widefield rent data last updated?

Security Widefield rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 30, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Security Widefield

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Pop. 37,345·26th most expensive in Colorado·Security-Widefield rents are up 7.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,226/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.6%

Month-over-Month

+3.3%

vs US Median

+$296

Rising (Monthly)

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Security Widefield · $2,226

More expensive than 71% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,300

1 BR

$1,570

2 BR

$1,900

3 BR

$2,660

4 BR+

$3,040

Research median

$1,900/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: May 30, 2026

Annual cost

$26,712/yr

At $2,226/mo median

Market timing

Rents rising

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Rent Reality Score

67/100

Good value

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Rents are 9% below what Security Widefield's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,226/mo

Expected by trend

$2,433/mo

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

Demographics

Who lives here

Security Widefield, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

37,345

Median income

$91,142

Median age

35.9

Renters

12.8%

Age distribution

26.8%

21.4%

25%

12.9%

13.8%

Under 1826.8%

18–3421.4%

35–5425%

55–6412.9%

65+13.8%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

63.6%

24.1%

White63.6%

Black9.7%

Hispanic24.1%

Asian2.4%

Education (25+)

26%

40%

27.9%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma26%

Some college40%

Bachelor's+27.9%

Housing tenure

87.2%

12.8%

Owner87.2%

Renter12.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Security Widefield, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,628 → $2,226

up 36.7%

Income

$73,496 → $91,142

up 24.0%

Population

40,158 → 37,345

down 7.0%

Renter share

19.9% → 12.8%

-7.1 pts

Bachelor's+

21.7% → 27.9%

+6.2 pts

Median age

34.4 → 35.9

+1.5 yrs

Rent in Security Widefield, CO has increased 36.7% since 2021, going from about $1,628 per month to roughly $2,226 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $73,496 in 2021 to $91,142 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 12.7 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 40,158 to 37,345 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.0% change. About 12.8% of households rent today, against 19.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 21.7% to 27.9%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Security Widefield, CO market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Security Widefield on your salary?

At $2,226/mo, how Security Widefield rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 18.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 40.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 44.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Security Widefield rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Security Widefield, CO

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Security Widefield is $2,226/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,900/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,570/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,660/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($91,142/yr), Security Widefield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Security Widefield an affordable city for renters?

Security Widefield is considered affordable for renters. At $2,226/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($91,142/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Security Widefield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Security Widefield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,226/mo in Security Widefield. The local median household income is $91,142/yr, meaning the typical Security Widefield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Security Widefield?

Rent in Security Widefield has increased 7.6% over the past year as of May 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Security Widefield rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Security Widefield is middle-of-the-pack for Colorado for rent, ranking #26 out of 69 tracked cities at $2,226/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Security Widefield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Security Widefield ($2,226/mo): Manitou Springs ($1,369/mo), Colorado Springs ($1,712/mo), Stratmoor ($1,739/mo).

What percentage of Security Widefield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.8% of Security Widefield households are renters, while 87.2% are owner-occupied. Security Widefield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Security Widefield rent compare to the national average?

Security Widefield's median rent of $2,226/mo is $296 (15%) above the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #26 out of 69 tracked cities.

Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,226/mo, rent takes ~29% of Security Widefield's median household income ($91,142/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Security Widefield 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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