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ZIP 80909

Pop. 35,486·El Paso County·163rd most expensive ZIP in Colorado
Median rent (all units)
$1,209/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.4%
Month-over-Month
-0.6%
vs US Median
-$742
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 80909 · $1,209
More affordable than 91% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,951/mo
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Studio
$1,030
1 BR
$1,270
2 BR
$1,500
3 BR
$2,090
4 BR+
$2,370
Research median
$1,500/mo

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

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$14,508/yr
At $1,209/mo median
Location
StateCO
CountyEl Paso County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 1.4% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-1.4% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 80909 (Colorado Springs, CO) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
35,486
Median income
$64,035
Median age
37.4
Renters
46%
Age distribution
17.9%
28%
25.4%
18.1%
Under 1817.9%
18–3428%
35–5425.4%
55–6410.6%
65+18.1%
Gender
51%
49%
Male51%
Female49%
Race & ethnicity
70.6%
21%
White70.6%
Black4.6%
Hispanic21%
Asian0.9%
Other3%
Education (25+)
24.7%
38.1%
28.9%
No HS diploma8.3%
HS diploma24.7%
Some college38.1%
Bachelor's+28.9%
Housing tenure
54%
46%
Owner54%
Renter46%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 80909 in Colorado Springs, CO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,016 → $1,209
up 19.0%
Income
$49,965 → $64,035
up 28.2%
Population
37,821 → 35,486
down 6.2%
Renter share
49.3% → 46%
-3.3 pts
Bachelor's+
28.3% → 28.9%
+0.6 pts
Median age
35.9 → 37.4
+1.5 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 80909 in Colorado Springs, CO stood at $1,016 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,209, reflecting a 19.0% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $49,965 to $64,035 across the same window, up 28.2% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has contracted by 6.2% since 2021, moving from about 37,821 residents to roughly 35,486. Renters now make up 46% of households, compared with 49.3% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 80909 in Colorado Springs, CO look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

ZIP code 80909 covers Colorado Springs, CO. The median rent here is $1,209/mo as of June 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,270/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,500/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($64,035/yr), ZIP 80909 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 80909?

As of June 22, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 80909 (Colorado Springs, CO) is $1,209. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 80909 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 80909's median rent of $1,209/mo is $742 (38%) below the US national median of $1,951/mo.

How does ZIP 80909 compare to other ZIPs in Colorado?

ZIP 80909 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Colorado, ranking #163 out of 166 ZIPs at $1,209/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 80909?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,209/mo in ZIP 80909. The local median household income is $64,035/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 80909?

Rent in ZIP 80909 has decreased 1.4% over the past year as of June 22, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 80909 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 80909 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,209/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($64,035/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 80909 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 80909 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46% of ZIP 80909 households are renters, while 54% are owner-occupied. ZIP 80909 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 80909 compare to the rest of Colorado Springs?

ZIP 80909 is more affordable than Colorado Springs overall. At $1,209/mo, it's $514 below the Colorado Springs citywide median of $1,723/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 80909 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 80909 reflects June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,209/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 80909's median household income ($64,035/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 80909 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.4%
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