Cost of Living in Fountain
Fort Carson's front door — the Pikes Peak region's most affordable community
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $388K–$420K
- Data Year
- 2026
- Year-over-Year Change
- Down 0.6–1.6% YoY — stable, affordable market
- Avg Days on Market
- ~48 days
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- Median ~$2,820/yr (Livability)
- Sales Tax Rate
- El Paso County + Fountain city tax + state
- Cost of Living vs National
- Below national average — one of the most affordable communities in the Pikes Peak region
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- Fountain Utilities
- Electric & Gas
- Colorado Springs Utilities / Mountain View Electric
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $86,242
- Cost of Living Index
- 110 (BestPlaces; housing 6% below national avg, utilities 21% below, groceries 3% above)
- Avg Childcare Cost
- $918/mo full-time average (CareLuLu); $17.96/hr for in-home care
FAQ — Fountain
What is the median home price in Fountain?
As of 2026, the median home price in Fountain is approximately $388K–$420K (Zillow reports $388K, down 1.6% year-over-year; Redfin at $400K; Realtor.com at $420K). This makes Fountain one of the most affordable markets in the Pikes Peak region. Homes average about 48 days on market.
What are the crime statistics in Fountain?
Fountain receives a C grade for safety from Niche. Crime concerns are concentrated in specific corridors rather than being evenly distributed across the city. Residents should review current El Paso County crime data for block-level detail.
What is the cost of living in Fountain?
Fountain’s cost of living index is approximately 110 (national average = 100), with housing running 6% below the national average, utilities 21% below, and groceries 3% above. Median property tax is roughly $2,820 per year. Median household income is $86,242 with a median age of 30 — the youngest of any community on our list.