Average Rent in Greeley, CO

Greeley, CO has rental prices ranging from $1,107/month to $2,443/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,203/month — 14% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $93,287/year, spending $1,203/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Greeley Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,528/month, Greeley ranks #13 most expensive of the 55 cities tracked in Colorado — pricier than 93% of all US cities in our data.

The Greeley Rental Market

The Greeley, CO area has a population of about 340,711 and 25% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Greeley, CO have fallen by $5/month (0.3%) over the past year, from $1,533 to $1,528. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Greeley, CO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $48,120. The local median household income of $93,287 exceeds that threshold by $45,167, making Greeley relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Rent vs. Buy

The median home value in Greeley, CO is $422,689, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 23.1. With a break-even horizon of approximately 23 years, renting is likely the more financially prudent option for most residents unless they plan to stay long-term.

Is Greeley, CO Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Rent or Buy in Greeley?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Living in Greeley

Cost of living, job market, crime rates, and moving cost estimates.