salaryRent is higher than in 81% of U.S. cities. Commutes are short, about 11 minutes. Most households rent (100%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $93,720 a year. That is $45 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Colorado cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Colorado. It is number 87 of 112 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Carson?
Share of households by yearly income. 16.2% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Carson
| Size | Fort Carson | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $2,141 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,352 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,355 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Carson overall?
Everyday prices in Colorado overall are 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.1, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fort Carson, so the Colorado figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fort Carson
Life in Fort Carson
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Carson, CO?
Renting in Fort Carson costs a median of about $2,343 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Colorado median is $2,080.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Carson?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $93,720 a year, or $45 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Carson cheap or expensive?
Fort Carson is rated Expensive: rent takes 39.4% of the typical household income of $71,437. It ranks 87th cheapest of 112 Colorado cities we track.
Is Fort Carson more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Colorado are 3% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
18,019 people live in Fort Carson. Numbers are typical (middle) values.