Sterling, CO Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Sterling, Colorado?
$3,840 / month
for a family, 28.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $46,080 for the year for a family.
$2,500 / month
for a single person, 47.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $30,000 for the year for a single person.

Sterling cost of living score
80.8
Less expensive
19.2% lower
than the US average
32.9% lower
than the Colorado average
Sterling, Colorado gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.2% lower than the U.S. average and 32.9% lower than the average for Colorado.

Sterling, CO

Housing costs in Sterling?
A typical home costs $240,000, which is 29.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 54.5% less expensive than the average Colorado home, at $527,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Sterling costs $980 per month, which is 31.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 68.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,650.

Can I afford Sterling?
To live comfortably in Sterling, Colorado, a minimum annual income of $46,080 for a family, and $30,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Sterling?
Sterling, CO is an affordable place to live with a moderate cost of living. The cost of goods and services is lower than the national average, making it easier for locals to stretch their hard-earned wages further. Additionally, rent prices in Sterling are relatively low, with an average one-bedroom apartment costing around $700. Furthermore, transportation costs are also low in Sterling due to its central location in Colorado and easy access to public transportation options like buses and trains. All of these factors combined make Sterling an attractive place to live for anyone looking for affordability and convenience.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesSterlingColoradoUnited States
    Unlock120.5100.0
  94.9  Unlock100.0
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  64.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$527,200$338,100
  100.9  Unlock100.0
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  107.1  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 9 years ago

I finally found a place I can afford to live in Colorado , only problem is the commute to Littleton is over 2 hours on the way home from work. So I leave for work on the  More

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Over 12 years ago

This place has the best customer service and "Howdy neighbor" was invented here. Cost of living is better than Indiana and Oregon. Quiet town, so you'll need to create  More

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Over 12 years ago

Sterling is a completely corrupt town where anyone in the"good-old-boys" network came cause untold misery for anyone they choose. The police, the courts, child  More

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