Can A Physical Therapist Afford Rent in Aspen, CO?
Rent-burdened — rent takes 206.8% of gross income.
Aspen rent: April 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (Colorado state estimate).
About rent and a physical therapist salary
Physical therapist pay covers comfortable rent across most US metros. At the national-average PT salary, the 30% rule supports about $2,493 a month in rent, which is above the median in most cities tracked here.
Cheaper rent nearby
These Colorado cities have lower median rent than Aspen, which improves the affordability math on a physical therapist salary:
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View full rent data for Aspen, CO →Frequently asked questions
Can a physical therapist afford rent in Aspen, CO?
Median rent in Aspen is $18,041 a month. A typical physical therapist in Colorado earns about $104,696 a year, which makes that rent 206.8% of gross monthly income. Under the 30% rule, the answer is no — rent exceeds the 30% threshold.
How much rent can a physical therapist afford in Aspen?
Using the 30% rule, a physical therapist salary in Colorado (~$104,696/yr) supports up to $2,617 a month in rent. Aspen's current median rent is $18,041/mo, which is $15,424/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a physical therapist work to cover rent in Aspen?
At an hourly equivalent of about $50 an hour, a physical therapist in Colorado works roughly 358.4 hours a month to cover Aspen's median rent of $18,041.
Where is rent cheaper than Aspen for a physical therapist?
Nearby Colorado cities with lower median rent include Basalt ($5,900/mo), Vail ($5,250/mo), Basalt ($5,050/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a physical therapist salary.