Cost of Living Calculator - Independence, Missouri vs Thornton, Colorado


The cost of living in Thornton, Colorado is 43.7% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $107,807 in Thornton, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thornton, Colorado is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
182% more expensive in Thornton
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs Thornton, CO
Compared to Independence, Thornton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.7% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  197.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  31.5% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher

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