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Silverthorne

Pop. 4,815·3rd most expensive in Colorado·Silverthorne rents have dropped 5.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$3,377/mo
Year-over-Year
-5.8%
Month-over-Month
+2.7%
vs US Median
+$1,412
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Silverthorne · $3,377
More expensive than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
32% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,377/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$135,000/yr
Local median income
$125,478/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Silverthorne's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,420
1 BR
$1,590
2 BR
$2,090
3 BR
$2,820
4 BR+
$3,290
Research median
$2,090/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
$40,524/yr
At $3,377/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-5.8% YoY, +2.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Silverthorne, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 56.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,815
Median income
$125,478
Median age
41.4
Renters
20.1%
Age distribution
21.7%
13.4%
31.9%
18.7%
14.3%
Under 1821.7%
18–3413.4%
35–5431.9%
55–6418.7%
65+14.3%
Gender
54.9%
45.1%
Male54.9%
Female45.1%
Race & ethnicity
69.6%
28.1%
White69.6%
Hispanic28.1%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
27.1%
56.2%
No HS diploma6.5%
HS diploma10.2%
Some college27.1%
Bachelor's+56.2%
Housing tenure
79.9%
20.1%
Owner79.9%
Renter20.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Silverthorne, CO has changed in 5 years

Income
$108,109 → $125,478
up 16.1%
Population
4,520 → 4,815
up 6.5%
Renter share
24.6% → 20.1%
-4.5 pts
Bachelor's+
45.6% → 56.2%
+10.6 pts
Median age
49.9 → 41.4
-8.5 yrs

Median household income grew from $108,109 to $125,478 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.1% shift. Headcount in the area went from 4,520 to 4,815 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.5% change. About 20.1% of households rent today, against 24.6% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 45.6% to 56.2%.

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Silverthorne rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Silverthorne, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Silverthorne is $3,377/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,090/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,590/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,820/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($125,478/yr), Silverthorne ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Silverthorne an affordable city for renters?

Silverthorne is considered moderate for renters. At $3,377/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($125,478/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Silverthorne slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Silverthorne?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $135,000/year (~$65/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,377/mo in Silverthorne. The local median household income is $125,478/yr, meaning the typical Silverthorne household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Silverthorne?

Rent in Silverthorne has decreased 5.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Silverthorne rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Silverthorne is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #3 out of 66 tracked cities at $3,377/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Silverthorne?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Silverthorne ($3,377/mo): Eagle ($2,732/mo), Granby ($3,317/mo).

What percentage of Silverthorne residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.1% of Silverthorne households are renters, while 79.9% are owner-occupied. Silverthorne leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Silverthorne rent compare to the national average?

Silverthorne's median rent of $3,377/mo is $1,412 (72%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #3 out of 66 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $3,377/mo, rent takes ~32% of Silverthorne's median household income ($125,478/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Silverthorne 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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