Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
20%
Pueblo, CO
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$993
Population
115,022
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Bask in this charming community’s historic roots on the river
Suburban
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Historic
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Artistic
Pueblo, Colorado, stretches along the Arkansas River, combining its storied past with contemporary appeal. The city's Historic Arkansas Riverwalk serves as a central gathering spot, while Colorado State University Pueblo enhances the educational landscape. City Park offers outdoor recreation, featuring a zoo and a historic carousel. Current rental rates range from $796 for studios to $1,715 for four-bedroom units, positioning Pueblo as an economical choice among Front Range communities.
The Union Avenue Historic District preserves the city's architectural heritage with its Victorian-era buildings, while the Mesa Junction area features local shops and restaurants. Outdoor recreation enthusiasts can explore Lake Pueblo State Park, and the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center and Buell Children's Museum provide year-round cultural experiences. The city's neighborhoods include established areas like Aberdeen and Belmont, along with the expanding Pueblo West. Housing options range from converted historic buildings to newer construction, many offering views of the surrounding landscape.
Explore the City
Lake Pueblo State Park has a great marina for boats.
Meet other fellow dog lovers and make friends at City Bark Dog Park in Pueblo.
Cowboys showcase their cattle experience at the Annual Rodeo and Colorado State Fair.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$48,972
Average: $65,236
Education
22,610
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
49,069
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Pueblo has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
15%
Other Education
85%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Pueblo, CO is $899 for a studio, $993 for one bedroom, $1,212 for two bedrooms, and $1,410 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pueblo has decreased by -2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$993/month
602 Sq Ft
House
$1,542/month
938 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,090/month
729 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,421/month
795 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Pueblo, CO is 7.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Pueblo is 17.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $899 - $1,410. You can expect to pay 0.6% less for groceries, 4.5% less for utilities, and 8.0% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pueblo, CO is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
293 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
288 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
587 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
349 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
416 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
261 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
587 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
387 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
313 Students
Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy
Public
Grades K-12
996 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,219 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,059 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,000 Students
Chavez/Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy
Public
Grades K-12
996 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
971 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Buell Children's Museum
- Pueblo Zoo
- Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo
- Pike San Isabel NF
- Lake Pueblo State Park
Military Bases
Colleges
Top Apartments in Pueblo
Houses for Rent in Pueblo
Property Management Companies in Pueblo, CO
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.