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Stratmoor

Pop. 5,412·50th most expensive in Colorado·Rental market data updated monthly for Stratmoor, CO
Median rent (all units)
$1,861/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.8%
Month-over-Month
-3.3%
vs US Median
-$104
Falling (Monthly)
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Stratmoor · $1,861
More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,861/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$74,000/yr
Local median income
$65,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Stratmoor's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR
$1,185
3 BR
$1,436
Research median
$1,185/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$22,332/yr
At $1,861/mo median
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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 (+4.8% YoY, -3.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Stratmoor, CO is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 17% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,412
Median income
$65,000
Median age
31.1
Renters
35%
Age distribution
23.2%
32.7%
25.5%
12.3%
Under 1823.2%
18–3432.7%
35–5425.5%
55–646.4%
65+12.3%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
60.1%
31.3%
White60.1%
Black6.8%
Hispanic31.3%
Asian2.6%
Education (25+)
39.3%
33.7%
17%
No HS diploma10.1%
HS diploma39.3%
Some college33.7%
Bachelor's+17%
Housing tenure
65%
35%
Owner65%
Renter35%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Stratmoor, CO has changed in 5 years

Income
$57,610 → $65,000
up 12.8%
Population
6,515 → 5,412
down 16.9%
Renter share
33.8% → 35%
+1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
15.4% → 17%
+1.6 pts
Median age
31.6 → 31.1
-0.5 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Stratmoor, CO now reports about $65,000, up from $57,610 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 6,515 to 5,412 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.9% change.

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Stratmoor rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Stratmoor, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Stratmoor is $1,861/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,185/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,436/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($65,000/yr), Stratmoor ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Stratmoor an affordable city for renters?

Stratmoor is considered moderate for renters. At $1,861/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($65,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stratmoor slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Stratmoor?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,861/mo in Stratmoor. The local median household income is $65,000/yr, meaning the typical Stratmoor household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Stratmoor?

Rent in Stratmoor has increased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Stratmoor rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Stratmoor is one of the more affordable cities in Colorado for rent, ranking #50 out of 66 tracked cities at $1,861/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Stratmoor?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Stratmoor ($1,861/mo): Manitou Springs ($1,323/mo), Colorado Springs ($1,739/mo).

What percentage of Stratmoor residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35% of Stratmoor households are renters, while 65% are owner-occupied. Stratmoor leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Stratmoor rent compare to the national average?

Stratmoor's median rent of $1,861/mo is $104 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #50 out of 66 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $1,861/mo, rent takes ~34% of Stratmoor's median household income ($65,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Stratmoor 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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