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Berthoud, CO

Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,565

Population

13,287

Renter Mix

19% Rent

A charming mountain town near Denver and the Rocky Mountain National Park

Rural Affordable Restaurants

The city of Berthoud has a rural feel to it, as it’s surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges in the state of Colorado. However, Berthoud sits conveniently near Loveland and Longmont, two larger metropolitan areas in the state, and is only 45 miles north up Interstate 25 from Denver. This convenient yet secluded city is home to excellent public schools like Berthoud High School and well-kept community parks like Fickel Park. Enjoy community events, a seasonal local farmers market, artistic statues, and an overall dog- and kid-friendly space.

Aside from the family-friendly atmosphere in Berthoud, residents appreciate the affordable housing and array of restaurants, markets, and services along Mountain Avenue. Grab a brew at Berthoud Brewing Company or enjoy a slice at Berthoud Pizza Company. This city’s community is welcoming, active, and supportive of both residents and small businesses, which is why Berthoud is able to have so many exciting community events throughout the year. For adventure enthusiasts, Rocky Mountain National Park is located only 40 miles west of Berthoud, meaning that all of the hiking, mountain biking, exploring, skiing, and snowboarding opportunities are at your fingertips.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$100,442

Average: $119,892

Education

4,111

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

7,415

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

41 Years

Largest Age Group

35-44 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

24%

Over 65

19%

Housing Distribution

Berthoud has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
19%
Non-Renters
81%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
27%
Other Education
73%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Berthoud, CO is $1,453 for a studio, $1,565 for one bedroom, and $1,676 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Berthoud has increased by 0.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,565/month
760 Sq Ft
House
$3,533/month
2,622 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Schools

Berthoud Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

509 Students

Ivy Stockwell Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

402 Students

Turner Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

461 Students

Berthoud High School

Public

Grades 9-12

691 Students

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.