Cost of Living in Chaffee County, CO

What does it cost to live in Chaffee County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$65,703

Median Rent

$1,330/mo

Median Home

$514,900

Affordability

188

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$2,604
Property Tax$133
Insurance$172

Total Monthly$2,909
% of Income53.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,330
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,355
% of Income24.3%

Living in Chaffee County, Colorado

Chaffee County has a median household income of $65,703 with housing costs that represent 53.1% of income for owners and 24.3% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.