salaryDenver is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,566
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$113
👥 People living there
344,521
718,877
Commute to work
27.4 min
24.9 min
College degree
29.7%
56.5%
Own their home
46.2%
48.8%
Below poverty line
12.4%
11.2%
Unemployment
5.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes.
- Pick Denver for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $101,130 | -25% in Denver |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $76,910 | -24% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | $99,040 | +19% in Denver |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $134,040 | -17% in Denver |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $134,540 | -17% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $101,970 | -16% in Denver |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $137,610 | -14% in Denver |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $63,150 | -14% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Denver cheaper to live in?
Denver is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,065 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $55,888 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Denver?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $102,153 in Denver, 1% more in Anaheim.