Boulder Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Boulder metropolitan area. Median household income: $78,256/year. Vacancy rate: 7.1%.
2BR FMR
$1,393/mo
Median Income
$78,256
Vacancy Rate
7.1%
Rent Burden
21.4%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $78,256/year can afford up to $1,956/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $1,393/mo represents 21.4% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 7.1% in Boulder indicates a loose rental market. Higher vacancy gives renters more options and potential leverage on pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Boulder?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Boulder metro area is $1,393/month. 1BR: $1,165, 3BR: $1,797.
What is the vacancy rate in Boulder?
The rental vacancy rate in Boulder is 7.1%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Boulder affordable for renters?
With a median income of $78,256 and 2BR rent at $1,393/mo, rent takes about 21% of income in Boulder.
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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