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Montrose, Colorado

city · Montrose County

At a glance

21,044
Population
$387,900
Median home value (all homes)
28% above U.S. median
$474,724
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,197/mo
Median rent
11% below U.S. median
$70,386
Median household income
10% below U.S. median
20.4 min
Average commute
89.7%
Homes with broadband
98.98%
Locations with fiber available
5%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 108 — 8% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing46% above
Goods & services5% below
Utilities11% below
Taxes22% below
Insurance16% above
Commute cost28% below
For business: Colorado is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college52 mi
Nearest community college56 mi
Nearest technical college18 mi
High school graduates92.8%
College graduates33.5%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Montrose Economic Dev Corp
MEDC's mission is to strengthen Montrose County's economic base. The site presents investor resources, local economic development information, and opportunities to become an MEDC investor.
state Colorado Economic Development
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade promotes economic growth and long-term job creation by supporting small businesses and encouraging business expansion across Colorado, and champions industries like the creative industries, outdoor recreation, and tourism.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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