Cost of Living in Delta County, CO

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

Median Income

$56,349

Median Rent

$933/mo

Median Home

$291,400

Affordability

285

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,473
Property Tax$78
Insurance$97

Total Monthly$1,648
% of Income35.1%

Renting

Median Rent$933
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$958
% of Income19.9%

Living in Delta County, Colorado

Delta County has a median household income of $56,349 with housing costs that represent 35.1% of income for owners and 19.9% 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.