Highlands Ranch, Colorado 

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Cost of Living in Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Highlands Ranch is an attractive choice for those searching cost-effective living solutions somewhere in Colorado with median housing values averaging right around $400K and rental costs typically hovering close by at approximately two thirds that amount respectively - both easily cheaper compared to nearby cities like Westminster or Lakewood that are located closer towards the Rocky Mountains' western slope. Groceries also remain mostly on par with United States figures thanks largely to local taxes & regulations while sales tax resides steadfastly at 4.63%.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Highlands Ranch is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Highlands Ranch, Colorado is more expensive.

Highlands Ranch cost of living is 143.1

COST OF LIVINGHighlands RanchColoradoUSA
  143.1120.5100
  103100.7100
  83.183.8100
  227.4167.5100
  $709,800$527,200$338,100
  94.398.4100
  114.9106.7100
  156.7120.4100
100=National Average
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    Reviews for Highlands Ranch    20 Reviews
    Truth from a native - 7/7/2021
    I was born and raised in Highlands Ranch and I know what you’re thinking. “This is a rich girl.” I am not. My parents moved here before it became rich and boujie and the... Read More

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    If you're single AVOID AVOID AVOID - 6/28/2018
    Worked in the DTC and HR was an easy commute. The people are yuppy- scum-snobs, who do not thank you for holding the door open for their 3+ children, noses held high in... Read More

    Affluent Community - 12/10/2014
    When we moved here from Denver, about 2.5 yrs ago, I did note the affluence, lack of diversity (compared to Denver) and seeming Stepford Wives phenomenon. It is all... Read More


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    ZIP CODES IN HIGHLANDS RANCH, COLORADO
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