Ellensburg, Washington vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 24.2% more expensive than Ellensburg, Washington.

You would need a salary of $284,166 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ellensburg, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is more expensive than Ellensburg, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Denver
than in Ellensburg, Washington
Ellensburg, WA vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Ellensburg, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% higher
  Commute
  61.0% higher
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher