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Rental Market Trends in Thornton, CO
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Thornton, CO is $1,567/month.
Rent in Thornton is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,567/month
Average Rent
731 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.8%
Change / Year
1,732
Available Apartments
Thornton rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Thornton average $1,423 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Thornton average $1,567 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Thornton average $1,864 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Thornton average $2,519 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Thornton, CO?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $28 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Thornton, CO
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
18%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
70%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
12%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Thornton?
Based on current rent prices, Greater Thornton is the most affordable neighborhood in Thornton.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Thornton?
Based on current rent prices, Greater Thornton is the most expensive neighborhood in Thornton.
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Which Thornton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Thornton with the most apartments available is Greater Thornton .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Thornton, CO?
Because the average rent in Thornton is $1,567, you’ll want to make about $5,223 per month or $62,676 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Thornton, CO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Thornton, CO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Thornton Area GuideStudio
$1,450/month
$1,450/month
One Bedroom
$1,582/month
$1,582/month
Two Bedroom
$1,883/month
$1,883/month
Three Bedroom
$2,500/month
$2,500/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Northglenn
Avg Rent: $1,462/month
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Henderson
Avg Rent: $2,143/month
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Federal Heights
Avg Rent: $1,429/month
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Westminster
Avg Rent: $1,585/month
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Broomfield
Avg Rent: $1,788/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Thornton?
The average rent in Thornton is $1,567 per month, which is 5.9% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Thornton?
The average rent for a house in Thornton, CO is $2,689 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Thornton?
The average rent for a townhome in Thornton, CO is $2,374 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Thornton?
Rents in Thornton, CO are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $28 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Thornton?
In Thornton, CO, 70% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.