Average Rent in Grand Junction, CO
What is the average rent in Grand Junction, CO?
The average listed apartment rent in Grand Junction, CO is $1,770 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 11 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 11 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Grand Junction, COAvg Rent
$1,770/mo
median $1,560
market average
Cheapest
$1,395/mo
The Junction Apartments
Properties
1
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Units
11
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Analysis
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Grand Junction, CO Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Junction Apartments 200 Rood Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA | $1,395 | $1,770 | $2.48/ft² | 4.3 (49) | 11 |
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Grand Junction, CO Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Grand Junction, CO is $1,770 per month, based on 11 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,395 at The Junction Apartments to $2,250 at The Junction Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,459/mo | $1,395/mo | 6 |
| 2 Bed | $2,144/mo | $2,025/mo | 5 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Grand Junction, CO, and what they pay
Tracked tracked rent in Grand Junction, CO averages $1,770/mo . At the local median household income of $66,676, that works out to 32% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Grand Junction, CO at $1,101/mo. The current tracked market average runs 61% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Grand Junction, CO while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Grand Junction, CO?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$71,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,770/mo.
Comfortable income
$85,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,395/mo), you need to earn at least $56,000/year.
Median household income in Grand Junction, CO is $66,676 , about 22% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Grand Junction, CO
Overall prices in Grand Junction, CO runs below the national average by about 7% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 92.8, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Grand Junction, CO's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,770 |
| Utilities | $377 |
| Groceries | $520 |
| Transportation | $899 |
| Healthcare | $438 |
| Other goods and services | $701 |
| Estimated total | $4,705/mo |
Population
67,027
Median household income
$66,676
Census median rent
$1,101/mo
Census rent burden
29.2%
Median age
40.0
Mean commute
16 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Colorado
How Grand Junction, CO rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Grand Junction, CO | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | $2,058 | +16% | -2% | 130 |
| Longmont, CO | $1,960 | +11% | +2.7% | 25 |
| Greeley, CO | $1,490 | -16% | -3.3% | 19 |
| Parker, CO | $1,953 | +10% | -1.5% | 18 |
| Castle Rock, CO | $1,689 | -5% | -0.6% | 14 |
| Centennial, CO | $2,739 | +55% | -0.3% | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Grand Junction, CO?
The average listed apartment rent in Grand Junction, CO is $1,770 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 11 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Grand Junction, CO?
The median asking rent in Grand Junction, CO is $1,560 per month, computed from 11 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,770/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Grand Junction, CO?
The lowest available rent in Grand Junction, CO starts at $1,395 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Junction, CO?
2-bedroom apartments in Grand Junction, CO average $2,144/mo. Units start from $2,025/mo across 5 units currently listed.
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