Grimes, Iowa vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 36.0% more expensive than Grimes, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $67,979 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Grimes, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is more expensive than Grimes, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Denver
than in Grimes, Iowa
Grimes, IA vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Grimes, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.0% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  44.6% higher
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% higher