Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metropolitan area. Median household income: $86,704/year. Vacancy rate: 4.7%.
2BR FMR
$1,421/mo
Median Income
$86,704
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Rent Burden
19.7%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $86,704/year can afford up to $2,168/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $1,421/mo represents 19.7% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 4.7% in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood indicates a tight rental market. Low vacancy means more competition for available units and potential upward pressure on rents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metro area is $1,421/month. 1BR: $1,123, 3BR: $1,665.
What is the vacancy rate in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood?
The rental vacancy rate in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood is 4.7%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Denver-Aurora-Lakewood affordable for renters?
With a median income of $86,704 and 2BR rent at $1,421/mo, rent takes about 20% of income in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood.
Compare with Other Metro Areas
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
2BR: $2,412/mo
New York-Newark-Jersey City
2BR: $2,293/mo
San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley
2BR: $2,200/mo
Honolulu
2BR: $1,937/mo
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
2BR: $1,888/mo
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad
2BR: $1,856/mo
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
2BR: $1,761/mo
Santa Cruz-Watsonville
2BR: $1,760/mo
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