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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Anderson, IN โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Indianapolis, IN area

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You'd spend $2.4K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $179.2K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 32.5%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,437
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$29.2K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Anderson, IN

Population:55K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$174K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:132
Median Home:$513K

Anderson, IN

The Hoosier State

55K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Indiana, this city has a population of 55K residents.

Denver, CO

The Centennial State

716K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Semi-arid

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขMile-high city (5,280 ft)
  • โ€ขOutdoor recreation hub
  • โ€ขMajor cannabis market

Major Industries

AerospaceTechnologyEnergyTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Anderson, IN vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 94.1%
Anderson, IN
$1,674
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,575
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 28.9%
Anderson, IN
$1,134
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$328
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 16.9%
Anderson, IN
$1,518
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$257
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 14.6%
Anderson, IN
$898
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$131
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 11.1%
Anderson, IN
$569
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$63.05
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 5.7%
Anderson, IN
$491
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$28.03
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

Anderson, IN: Madison County Income Tax$2,250/yr (1.5%)
Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)
Net difference-$2,181/yr

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$742
To$1,720
โ†‘ $978
1 Bed
From$762
To$1,840
โ†‘ $1,078
2 Bed
From$1,002
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,188
3 Bed
From$1,326
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,544
Anderson, INZIP-level data

1BR range: $880โ€“$1,050/mo

Denver, COZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,620โ€“$2,540/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,283
Monthly in Anderson, IN
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,381
Difference

Home Values

Anderson
Denver
$174K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +3.5%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +50%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$79K - $202K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 195% more expensive than Anderson

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†“ $1.8K
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$146
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.2%
Rate difference

Anderson, IN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Indiana State Tax
Effective: 3.2%
$4.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 27.9%
$41.9K
Take-Home Pay
$9,012/month
$108.1K

Denver, CO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Colorado State Tax
Effective: 4.4%
$6.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.1%
$43.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,866/month
$106.4K

Additional Tax Information

Anderson, IN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.0%
Property Tax:0.9%

Denver, CO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.8%
Property Tax:0.5%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Anderson
Denver
54 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
36.6%
Good Air Days
35.2%
97 High
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+3.1ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
18 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+3.1ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
18 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between Indiana and Colorado on TaxTakeHome.com

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