Elk River, Minnesota vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 21.1% more expensive than Elk River, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $72,682 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Elk River, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is more expensive than Elk River, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Denver
than in Elk River, Minnesota
Elk River, MN vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Elk River, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.1% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  0.6% lower
  Health
  11.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower