Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Carbondale

Affordability in Carbondale, CO

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Carbondale is $2,167 and the median household income is $108,324 annually, with renters making up 36% of households. Affordable and income-based housing options can help bridge the gap for renters whose incomes fall below the area median.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Carbondale Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and population size.

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Carbondale are mapped flood zone data shows no units in high-risk flood areas.

Getting Around Carbondale

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Carbondale earns a Walk Score of 72 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 86, reflecting strong walkability and excellent biking conditions. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

6 schools across 2 districts serve Carbondale, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Carbondale, CO

The median household income in Carbondale is $108,324 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $2,167 per month, reflecting the high cost of housing in this mountain community.

Affordable and income-based housing in Carbondale can provide significant relief for renters whose earnings fall below area income limits. Lease Lantern currently lists 4 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with 63 total units in the city.

Environmental Exposure

None of the 4 HUD-assisted properties in Carbondale are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data. Flood exposure for assisted housing in this city is effectively zero.