| | Denver, CO | Branson, MO | United States |
| Overall | 127.6 | 80.0 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 101.9 | 96.0 | 100 |
| Health | 83.9 | 102.8 | 100 |
| Housing | 183.1 | 59.3 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $576,000 | $250,900 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,620.0% | 9,830.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 116.1 | 69.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 152.2 | 73.1 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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