Council Bluffs, Iowa vs. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colorado Springs, Colorado is 32.4% more expensive than Council Bluffs, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $165,495 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colorado Springs, Colorado is more expensive than Council Bluffs, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Colorado Springs
than in Council Bluffs, Iowa
Council Bluffs, IA vs. Colorado Springs, CO
Compared to Council Bluffs, Colorado Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  124.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  15.4% higher
  Health
  22.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower