Cost of Living in El Paso County, CO

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

Median Income

$82,748

Median Rent

$1,507/mo

Median Home

$390,500

Affordability

308

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,975
Property Tax$137
Insurance$130

Total Monthly$2,242
% of Income32.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,507
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,532
% of Income21.9%

Living in El Paso County, Colorado

El Paso County has a median household income of $82,748 with housing costs that represent 32.5% of income for owners and 21.9% 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.