How much does it cost to rent in Steamboat Springs, CO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Steamboat Springs, CO is $3,558. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Steamboat Springs cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Steamboat Springs is one of the pricier cities in Colorado, ranking #2 out of 66 cities tracked at $3,558/mo.

When was Steamboat Springs rent data last updated?

Steamboat Springs 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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Steamboat Springs

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Pop. 13,433·2nd most expensive in Colorado·Steamboat Springs rents are up 46.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,558/mo

Year-over-Year

+46.5%

Month-over-Month

+4.8%

vs US Median

+$1,593

Rising (Monthly)

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Steamboat Springs · $3,558

More expensive than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

41% of income

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0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,558/mo, rent takes about 41% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$142,000/yr

Local median income

$104,964/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,660

1 BR

$1,740

2 BR

$2,030

3 BR

$2,450

4 BR+

$3,250

Research median

$2,030/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

$42,696/yr

At $3,558/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 46.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+46.5% YoY, +4.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Steamboat Springs, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 62.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

13,433

Median income

$104,964

Median age

43.9

Renters

32.8%

Age distribution

15.2%

21.4%

30.9%

14.4%

18%

Under 1815.2%

18–3421.4%

35–5430.9%

55–6414.4%

65+18%

Gender

51.5%

48.5%

Male51.5%

Female48.5%

Race & ethnicity

78.4%

White78.4%

Hispanic10%

Asian0.9%

Other10.5%

Education (25+)

12.5%

22.7%

62.2%

No HS diploma2.6%

HS diploma12.5%

Some college22.7%

Bachelor's+62.2%

Housing tenure

67.2%

32.8%

Owner67.2%

Renter32.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Steamboat Springs, CO has changed in 5 years

Income

$80,660 → $104,964

up 30.1%

Population

13,193 → 13,433

up 1.8%

Renter share

28.6% → 32.8%

+4.2 pts

Bachelor's+

55.6% → 62.2%

+6.6 pts

Median age

39.8 → 43.9

+4.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Steamboat Springs, CO now reports about $104,964, up from $80,660 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 13,193 to 13,433 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.8% change. About 32.8% of households rent today, against 28.6% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 55.6% to 62.2%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Steamboat Springs on your salary?

At $3,558/mo, how Steamboat Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 60.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 52.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 29.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 64.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 71.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 58.2% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Steamboat Springs rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Steamboat Springs is $3,558/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,030/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,450/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($104,964/yr), Steamboat Springs ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 46.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Steamboat Springs an affordable city for renters?

Steamboat Springs is considered stretched for renters. At $3,558/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($104,964/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Steamboat Springs significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Steamboat Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $142,000/year (~$68/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,558/mo in Steamboat Springs. The local median household income is $104,964/yr, meaning the typical Steamboat Springs household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Steamboat Springs?

Rent in Steamboat Springs has increased 46.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Steamboat Springs rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Steamboat Springs is one of the pricier cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #2 out of 66 tracked cities at $3,558/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Steamboat Springs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Steamboat Springs ($3,558/mo): Glenwood Springs ($2,468/mo), Eagle ($2,732/mo), Granby ($3,317/mo).

What percentage of Steamboat Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.8% of Steamboat Springs households are renters, while 67.2% are owner-occupied. Steamboat Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Steamboat Springs rent compare to the national average?

Steamboat Springs's median rent of $3,558/mo is $1,593 (81%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #2 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

41%

STRETCHED

At $3,558/mo, rent takes ~41% of Steamboat Springs's median household income ($104,964/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Steamboat Springs 41%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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