Idaho Springs, CO Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Idaho Springs, Colorado?
$8,040 / month
for a family, 48.9% more expensive than the national average A total of $96,480 for the year for a family.
$4,167 / month
for a single person, 12.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $50,000 for the year for a single person.

Idaho Springs cost of living score
120.7
More expensive
20.7% higher
than the US average
0.2% higher
than the Colorado average
Idaho Springs, Colorado gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 120.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.7% higher than the U.S. average and 0.2% lower than the average for Colorado.

Idaho Springs, CO

Housing costs in Idaho Springs?
A typical home costs $503,200, which is 48.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.6% less expensive than the average Colorado home, at $527,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Idaho Springs costs $1,510 per month, which is 5.6% more than the national average of $1,430 and 9.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,650.

Can I afford Idaho Springs?
To live comfortably in Idaho Springs, Colorado, a minimum annual income of $96,480 for a family, and $50,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Idaho Springs?
The cost of living in Idaho Springs, CO is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The median value of homes in Idaho Springs is $285,900, lower than the state average of $334,100. The median household income in Idaho Springs is $48,039, and the cost of living index is 93.5, which indicates that it may be slightly cheaper to live here than the U.S. average. Utility costs are also lower than the national averages; electricity prices are 0.6% below the national average and natural gas prices are 3.8% below the national average. Overall, Idaho Springs offers a cost-effective lifestyle for those looking for an affordable place to live in Colorado's Rocky Mountains region.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesIdaho SpringsColoradoUnited States
    Unlock120.5100.0
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    Unlock$527,200$338,100
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  156.4  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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