Average Rent in Gunnison County, CO↓ Rents falling 9.8% YoY

Gunnison County, CO has rental prices ranging from $1,000/month to $2,246/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,083/month — 23% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $77,358/year, spending $1,083/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Gunnison County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,326/month, Gunnison County ranks #17 most expensive of the 55 cities tracked in Colorado — pricier than 87% of all US cities in our data.

The Gunnison County Rental Market

The Gunnison County, CO area has a population of about 17,158 and 33% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Gunnison County, CO have fallen by $144/month (9.8%) over the past year, from $1,470 to $1,326. This rate of decrease is significant and reflects softening demand or increased inventory in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Gunnison County, CO without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $43,320. The local median household income of $77,358 exceeds that threshold by $34,038, making Gunnison County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Gunnison County, CO has an unemployment rate of 3.0%, 0.9 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Is Gunnison County, CO Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Gunnison County?

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