Cost of Living in Colorado
The cost of living in Colorado is 6% higher than the national average
| Cost of Living in Colorado | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|
| Housing (Buy and Rent) | 20% higher |
| Utilities (Monthly) | 9% lower |
| Food | 4% higher |
| Healthcare | 1% higher |
| Transportation | 1% lower |
| Goods & Services | 3% higher |
Summary
The cost of living in Colorado is 6% higher than the national average. Housing is 20% higher than the national average, while utilities are 9% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 3% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 3% higher.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 1% higher in Colorado compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 3% higher.
The Cost of Living in Colorado Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
This is how much pricier or cheaper it is to live in Colorado’s 7 largest cities compared to the national average.
The cost of living in Colorado varies depending on the city you live in. The priciest city in Colorado is Glenwood Springs, where the cost of living is 9% higher compared to the state average and 16% higher than in the rest of the U.S. The cheapest major city in Colorado is Pueblo, with a cost of living 8% lower below the state average and 2% lower than the national average.
| City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Springs, CO | 9% higher | 16% higher |
| Denver, CO | 4% higher | 11% higher |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 2% higher | 8% higher |
| Westminster, CO | 2% higher | 8% higher |
| Grand Junction, CO | 3% lower | 2% higher |
| Gunnison, CO | 5% lower | 1% higher |
| Pueblo, CO | 8% lower | 2% lower |