Cost of Living in Fort Collins
Self-contained college city · 80+ craft breweries · CSU culture
Housing
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $535K–$577K
- Price per Sq Ft
- ~$280/sqft
- Data Year
- 2026
- Year-over-Year Change
- +2–4%
- Avg Days on Market
- 45–55
- Inventory (Months)
- 2.5–3.5
Taxes
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- ~0.55%
- Sales Tax Rate
- 7.55% (city 3.85%)
- Vehicle Registration
- Standard Colorado
- State Income Tax Impact
- 4.4% flat
- Cost of Living vs National
- ~10% above national average
Utilities
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- City of Fort Collins Utilities
- Electric & Gas
- Fort Collins Utilities (municipal — 100% renewable by 2030 goal)
- Internet Providers
- Connexion (municipal fiber gigabit), Comcast/Xfinity
- Trash & Recycling
- City services
Income
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $75,400
- Cost of Living Index
- ~10% above national average
- Avg Childcare Cost
- $1,200–$1,500
Common Questions
FAQ — Fort Collins
What is the median home price in Fort Collins?
The median home price in Fort Collins ranges from $535K to $577K as of 2026 (Redfin ~$535K, Zillow ZHVI ~$577K), at approximately $280/sqft. Year-over-year prices have increased 2–4%, with homes averaging 45–55 days on market. Active new construction includes the Hughes Stadium redevelopment (1,500 homes) and the 900-acre Montava mixed-use community.
What is the cost of living in Fort Collins?
The cost of living in Fort Collins is approximately 10% above the national average. The property tax rate is ~0.55%, and the combined sales tax rate is 7.55% (including a 3.85% city rate). Colorado’s state income tax is a flat 4.4%. The median household income is $75,400.