Colorado Water Prices Drop Despite Drought

Water prices in Colorados northern Front Range are dropping due to slower demand from stalled new home construction and cooling population growth. Despite tight supplies from the drought, prices fell to $85,000 per acre-foot in 2025, down from a peak of $101,000 in 2022. However, in drier spots like the Arkansas River Valley, prices climbed 17% since 2022. Across the West, states like Arizona saw 75% jumps due to fast growth and deep drought. Colorados slowdown means water shifts to those who pay top dollar, like urban spots and factories. A predicted El Niño could bring heavy rains and boost supplies later this year, but prices might hold steady or vary by region due to the droughts grip. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/15775e0852267e66