Denver, Colorado vs. Watauga, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Watauga, South Dakota is 43.6% cheaper than Denver, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $56,176 in Watauga, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Denver, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watauga, South Dakota is cheaper than Denver, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Watauga
than in Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO vs. Watauga, SD
Compared to Denver, Watauga is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.6% lower
      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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  34.8% lower
  Health
  40.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.7% lower