salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,901
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$142
👥 People living there
487,887
185,913
Commute to work
22.7 min
23.2 min
College degree
42.7%
24.1%
Own their home
60.9%
41.9%
Below poverty line
9%
17.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $150,510 | +42% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $27,110 | -41% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $59,210 | $70,890 | +20% in Paradise |
| Operations Manager | $120,770 | $97,290 | -19% in Paradise |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $103,760 | -19% in Paradise |
| Cashier | $35,740 | $29,360 | -18% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $74,670 | -17% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $77,750 | -15% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs and Paradise cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $59,707 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Paradise?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $63,836 in Paradise, 43% more in Colorado Springs.
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