Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Pueblo

Affordability in Pueblo, CO

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Pueblo is $1,082 and the median household income is $56,664 annually. About 39% of Pueblo residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial base of renters who may benefit from the city's income-based and HUD-assisted housing options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Pueblo Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,430 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and methodology.

Of the 11 HUD-assisted properties in Pueblo tracked by Lease Lantern, none are located in a FEMA-designated high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Pueblo

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Pueblo scores 63 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 56 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Pueblo is served by 47 public schools across 4 districts, including 26 elementary, 9 middle, 11 high schools, and 1 other, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should look up the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Renting in Pueblo, CO

The median household income in Pueblo is $56,664 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The citywide median rent is $1,082 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Affordable and income-based housing can significantly reduce housing costs for eligible renters. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are typically capped as a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI), which helps keep monthly payments within reach for lower-income households.

• Citywide median rent: $1,082/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median household income: $56,664/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter-occupied households: 39% of Pueblo residents rent (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable units tracked: 1,009 across 11 HUD-assisted properties in Pueblo

Environmental Exposure

All 11 HUD-assisted properties in Pueblo were mapped for flood risk. None fall within a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.