How much does it cost to rent in Woodland Park, CO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Woodland Park, CO is $2,165. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Woodland Park cheaper than other Colorado cities?

Woodland Park falls in the middle range for Colorado, ranking #29 out of 66 cities at $2,165/mo.

When was Woodland Park rent data last updated?

Woodland Park 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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Woodland Park

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Pop. 7,949·29th most expensive in Colorado·Woodland Park rents are up 21.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,165/mo

Year-over-Year

+21.1%

Month-over-Month

-2.7%

vs US Median

+$200

Falling (Monthly)

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Woodland Park · $2,165

More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,165/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$87,000/yr

Local median income

$99,238/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,090

1 BR

$1,430

2 BR

$1,580

3 BR

$2,220

4 BR+

$2,660

Research median

$1,580/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

$25,980/yr

At $2,165/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 21.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+21.1% YoY, -2.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Woodland Park, CO is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 44% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

7,949

Median income

$99,238

Median age

40.1

Renters

23.5%

Age distribution

17.3%

25.2%

21.3%

14.5%

21.7%

Under 1817.3%

18–3425.2%

35–5421.3%

55–6414.5%

65+21.7%

Gender

52.9%

47.1%

Male52.9%

Female47.1%

Race & ethnicity

85.1%

White85.1%

Black1.7%

Hispanic9.6%

Other3.5%

Education (25+)

22.3%

30.9%

44%

No HS diploma2.7%

HS diploma22.3%

Some college30.9%

Bachelor's+44%

Housing tenure

76.5%

23.5%

Owner76.5%

Renter23.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Woodland Park, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,855 → $2,165

up 16.7%

Income

$81,919 → $99,238

up 21.1%

Population

7,854 → 7,949

up 1.2%

Renter share

27.7% → 23.5%

-4.2 pts

Bachelor's+

43.3% → 44%

+0.7 pts

Median age

43.9 → 40.1

-3.8 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Woodland Park, CO has increased from $1,855 to $2,165, a 16.7% change over five years. Median household income rose from $81,919 to $99,238 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.1% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 1.2% since 2021, moving from about 7,854 residents to roughly 7,949. Renters now make up 23.5% of households, compared with 27.7% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Woodland Park, CO reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Woodland Park on your salary?

At $2,165/mo, how Woodland Park rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $99,204/yr · Rent = 26.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $70,434/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $81,134/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $145,016/yr · Rent = 17.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $185,294/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,951/yr · Rent = 39.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $59,546/yr · Rent = 43.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $73,395/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Woodland Park rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Woodland Park, CO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Woodland Park is $2,165/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,090/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,580/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,220/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($99,238/yr), Woodland Park ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 21.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodland Park an affordable city for renters?

Woodland Park is considered affordable for renters. At $2,165/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($99,238/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Woodland Park falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Woodland Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,165/mo in Woodland Park. The local median household income is $99,238/yr, meaning the typical Woodland Park household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Woodland Park?

Rent in Woodland Park has increased 21.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Woodland Park rent compare to other cities in Colorado?

Woodland Park is middle-of-the-pack for Colorado for rent, ranking #29 out of 66 tracked cities at $2,165/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Woodland Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Woodland Park ($2,165/mo): Manitou Springs ($1,323/mo), Colorado Springs ($1,739/mo), Stratmoor ($1,861/mo).

What percentage of Woodland Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.5% of Woodland Park households are renters, while 76.5% are owner-occupied. Woodland Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Woodland Park rent compare to the national average?

Woodland Park's median rent of $2,165/mo is $200 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Colorado, it ranks #29 out of 66 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,165/mo, rent takes ~26% of Woodland Park's median household income ($99,238/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Woodland Park 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.4%

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