Cost of Living in Conejos County, Colorado

$724/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$162,100

Median Home Value

42% below state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$724/mo

42% below state average

Median Home Value

$162,100

42% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

27.0%

% 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 Conejos County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Conejos County$724/mo

Colorado Average$1,253/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$724/mo

Median Gross Rent

$162,100

Median Home Value

$538/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

27.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Conejos County, Colorado

Conejos balances low income with affordability

Conejos County's median household income of $47,209 falls well below the national average, yet its rent-to-income ratio of 18.4% remains reasonable. This southern county demonstrates that low-income areas can still offer relative housing affordability.

Below-average income, below-average costs

Conejos ranks among Colorado's more affordable counties with an 18.4% rent-to-income ratio, beating the state average of 20.2%. The median rent of $724 is $529 cheaper than Colorado's state median, reflecting limited local demand.

Competitive with rural southern Colorado

Conejos's $724 median rent ranks second-cheapest in this region, just $133 more than Cheyenne County and $1 more than Costilla. Despite economic challenges, this county remains an affordable option for budget-conscious households.

Rent takes 18% of limited incomes

On a median household income of just $47,209, Conejos renters spend $724 monthly—18.4% of earnings—leaving modest resources for other needs. Homeowners fare slightly better at 13.6% of income, making ownership more appealing than renting.

Conejos works for cost-conscious relocators

This rural southern county offers the lowest rents outside Cheyenne and owns the second-lowest home values ($162,100), ideal for those prioritizing minimal housing costs. Limited job markets demand remote income or retirement status.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Conejos County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

18.4%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,102

per month

Owner Cost Burden

13.7%

of gross income

The median home in Conejos County may be a stretch

Median home value is $162,100. Estimated monthly cost: $1,294 vs. your max of $1,102.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio18.4%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Conejos County, Colorado has a median monthly rent of $724/mo and a median home value of $162,100. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 27.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Conejos County?

The median gross rent in Conejos County is $724/mo. This is 42% below state average for Colorado.

Is Conejos County affordable?

Conejos County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 27.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

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

Conejos County's median rent of $724/mo is 42% below state average of $1,253/mo for Colorado.

What is the median home value in Conejos County?

The median home value in Conejos County, Colorado is $162,100. This is 42% below the national median home value of $281,900.