| | Durango, CO | Poway, CA | United States |
| Overall | 117.9 | 154.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 107.9 | 111.5 | 100 |
| Health | 80.1 | 89.0 | 100 |
| Housing | 185.0 | 320.9 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $677,500 | $1,000,800 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,280.0% | 11,500.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 68.7 | 121.4 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 152.8 | 153.5 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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I grew up in Durango, fifth generation. Of course it is beautiful and my roots are there. Too many people have moved there though. I still love the landscape, and my More
Absolutely wonderful place to live. The amount of scenery and natural beauty within 5 hours in all directions (literally all of them) is unbeatable. So close to More
Been in or near durango for 20 years and am stuck here. Can't earn enough to live on, no decent jobs, ridiculously expensive housing, relatively unfriendly, snobbish More
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Poway is a great place to live. People are friendly, neighbors watch out for each other. Great trails, beautiful views. Love to hear the birds. Family oriented. Yes More
Moved here 37 years ago and love the birds singing in the morning, minimal traffic noise, and convenience to Carmel Mountain Ranch for shopping. Easy access to the More
I've lived here for 30 years. Back 30 years ago it was great. Small town, friendly people, etc. NOW Traffic is pretty bad but still better than most of SD county. I'm More
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