Cost of Living in Archuleta County, Colorado

$1,409/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$451,400

Median Home Value

12% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,409/mo

12% above state average

Median Home Value

$451,400

60% above national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

28.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Archuleta County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Archuleta County$1,409/mo

Colorado Average$1,253/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,409/mo

Median Gross Rent

$451,400

Median Home Value

$1,137/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

28.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Archuleta County, Colorado

San Juan mountain gateway

Archuleta County households earn $76,524, just above the national average, yet spend 22.1% of income on rent—marking it as slightly less affordable than the national norm. The median rent of $1,409/month reflects this mountain region's growing appeal to relocating remote workers and retirees.

Mid-tier affordability in Colorado

Archuleta County's 22.1% rent-to-income ratio sits above Colorado's 20.2% state average, placing it in the pricier half of the eight counties analyzed. At $1,409/month, median rents run 12% above the state average, a consequence of the county's scenic mountain location and limited housing supply.

Pricier mountain living

Archuleta's $1,409 rent exceeds Alamosa County's $904 by 56% and Bent County's $854 by 65%, but trails Adams County's $1,713 by 18%. Home values of $451,400 position it between affordable Alamosa and pricey Boulder, reflecting its middle status as an emerging mountain destination.

Renters pay more than buyers

Archuleta County renters pay $1,409/month while homeowners spend $1,137/month—a rare inversion where ownership costs $272 less than renting. For a household earning the median $76,524, this $272 monthly difference could mean the distinction between financial strain and stability.

Mountain retreat for remote workers

Moving to Archuleta County? The $76,524 median income paired with $1,409 rents suggests this San Juan region appeals most to remote workers or early retirees seeking mountain living. Factor in the $1,137 mortgage—16% lower than rent—if you're ready to buy.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Archuleta County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

22.1%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,786

per month

Owner Cost Burden

17.8%

of gross income

The median home in Archuleta County may be a stretch

Median home value is $451,400. Estimated monthly cost: $3,604 vs. your max of $1,786.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio22.1%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Archuleta County, Colorado?

Archuleta County, Colorado has a median monthly rent of $1,409/mo and a median home value of $451,400. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 28.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Archuleta County?

The median gross rent in Archuleta County is $1,409/mo. This is 12% above state average for Colorado.

Is Archuleta County affordable?

Archuleta County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 28.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Archuleta County's rent compare to the state average?

Archuleta County's median rent of $1,409/mo is 12% above state average of $1,253/mo for Colorado.

What is the median home value in Archuleta County?

The median home value in Archuleta County, Colorado is $451,400. This is 60% above the national median home value of $281,900.