Housing in Garfield County

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Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Garfield County averages $1,637/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Colorado median of $1,761 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 29% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Garfield County FMR Area are $1,329 for a studio, $1,338 for 1‑bedroom, $1,755 for 2‑bedroom, $2,441 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,615 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $118 increase for a 2-bedroom in Garfield County shows a 7% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Garfield County was 3.6% in 2024, compared to Colorado at 4.3% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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