Spencer, Iowa vs. Salida, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salida, Colorado is 45.4% more expensive than Spencer, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $72,709 in Salida, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Spencer, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salida, Colorado is more expensive than Spencer, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
305% more expensive in Salida
than in Spencer, Iowa
Spencer, IA vs. Salida, CO
Compared to Spencer, Salida is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.4% 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
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  222.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  18.1% higher
  Health
  21.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher