Houghton, New York vs. Fort Collins, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Collins, Colorado is 50.6% more expensive than Houghton, New York.

You would need a salary of $75,290 in Fort Collins, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Houghton, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Collins, Colorado is more expensive than Houghton, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
281% more expensive in Fort Collins
than in Houghton, New York
Houghton, NY vs. Fort Collins, CO
Compared to Houghton, Fort Collins is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.6% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  250.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% lower
  Commute
  12.8% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher