Cost of Living in Denver
United States • Pop: 0.7M
Denver combines outdoor lifestyle with a growing tech scene and moderate costs.
Mountain access300 days sunshineGrowing tech hubActive lifestyle
Cost
Index
Index
62
Rent
Index
Index
58
Avg Net Salary
$4,300/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
62
38% cheaperRent
58
42% cheaperGroceries
90
10% cheaperRestaurants
88
12% cheaperTransport
95
5% cheaperUtilities
88
12% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Denver to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $31,000 | Save $19,000 |
| $75,000 | $46,500 | Save $28,500 |
| $100,000 | $62,000 | Save $38,000 |
| $125,000 | $77,500 | Save $47,500 |
| $150,000 | $93,000 | Save $57,000 |
| $200,000 | $124,000 | Save $76,000 |
Living in Denver: What to Expect
Denver has a cost of living index of 62, meaning it is 38% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Denver is approximately $4,300 ($4,300 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 58
- Groceries: Index of 90
- Restaurants: Index of 88
- Transport: Index of 95
- Utilities: Index of 88
Key highlights: Mountain access, 300 days sunshine, Growing tech hub, Active lifestyle.
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