Cincinnati is 11% 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
$1,379
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$113
👥 People living there
311,224
718,877
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.9 min
College degree
41.8%
56.5%
Own their home
39.8%
48.8%
Below poverty line
25.5%
11.2%
Unemployment
6.8%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $87,980 | +50% in Denver |
| Operations Manager | $100,670 | $142,330 | +41% in Denver |
| Lawyer | $130,980 | $177,380 | +35% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,750 | $99,040 | +31% in Denver |
| Cashier | $29,170 | $37,620 | +29% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $101,970 | +27% in Denver |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,810 | $38,470 | +25% in Denver |
| Accountant | $80,640 | $100,020 | +24% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Denver cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,379 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $66,550 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Denver?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $102,153 in Denver, 44% more in Denver.