salaryColorado Springs is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,901
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$96
👥 People living there
487,887
681,294
Commute to work
22.7 min
30 min
College degree
42.7%
64.2%
Own their home
60.9%
41.5%
Below poverty line
9%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $195,190 | +84% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,140 | $79,470 | +30% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $120,770 | $156,460 | +30% in Washington |
| Electrician | $59,210 | $75,930 | +28% in Washington |
| Accountant | $85,000 | $102,140 | +20% in Washington |
| Plumber | $60,510 | $71,860 | +19% in Washington |
| HVAC Technician | $61,460 | $71,920 | +17% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $134,280 | $154,930 | +15% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Washington cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,901 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $64,872 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Washington?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $118,495 in Washington, 23% more in Washington.
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