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Roy, UT vs Centennial, CO

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Is it cheaper to live in Centennial or is it cheaper to live in Roy?
- Centennial is 15.4% more expensive than Roy.

Which city has more affordable housing, Centennial or Roy?
- Centennial housing costs are 56.0% more expensive than Roy housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Roy or is Health Care more affordable in Centennial.
- Health related expenses are 16.6% less in Centennial.
 Roy, UTCentennial, COUnited States
 Overall  Unlock123.7100
 Food & Groceries92.5  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock85.3100
 Housing129.0  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$614,800$338,100
 Utilities95  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock114.5100
 Miscellaneous91.7  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Roy    1 Reviews

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Reviews for Centennial    2 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

All the schools are excellent. We have both Littleton Public Schools and Cherry Creek Schools. Top Notch - College Prep - Commitment to  More

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The Centennial/Aurora area (zip code 80015) has great schools (Cherry Creek School District), attractive homes, family oriented neighborhoods, and is an easy commute To  More

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