Cost of Living in Conejos County, Colorado
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Conejos County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Conejos County ranks #305 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 10%)
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.
Cost of Living Advisory: Conejos County
Affordability Verdict
Housing in Conejos County is affordable. The median rent is $724/month against a median household income of $47,209, putting rent at 18.4% of income.
Rent vs. Own
At $724/month rent versus $538/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $186/month cheaper — a 26% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $28,960/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $23,057/year. With a median household income of $47,209, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 27.0% of renter households in Conejos County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Rio Grande County where rent averages $782/month, Conejos County is approximately 7% less expensive.
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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
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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