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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Blue Springs, MO โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Kansas City, MO area

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You'd spend $2.1K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $175.3K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Kansas City, MO-KS area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 28.1%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,111
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$25.3K
Per year

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

Blue Springs, MO

Population:61K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$292K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:128
Median Home:$513K

Blue Springs, MO

The Show-Me State

61K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Missouri, this city has a population of 61K 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: Blue Springs, MO vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 79.8%
Blue Springs, MO
$1,807
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,441
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 26.0%
Blue Springs, MO
$1,160
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$302
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 15.8%
Blue Springs, MO
$1,533
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$242
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 11.0%
Blue Springs, MO
$927
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$102
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 6.6%
Blue Springs, MO
$593
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$38.97
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†“ 0.7%
Blue Springs, MO
$523
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$3.88
less

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)

Blue Springs, MO has no local income tax.

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

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$932
To$1,720
โ†‘ $788
1 Bed
From$1,013
To$1,840
โ†‘ $827
2 Bed
From$1,151
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,039
3 Bed
From$1,500
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,370
Blue Springs, MOZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,250โ€“$1,250/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.

$6,542
Monthly in Blue Springs, MO
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,122
Difference

Home Values

Blue Springs
Denver
$292K
Median Value
$513K
โ†“ -0.3%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +28.6%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$292K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 75% more expensive than Blue Springs

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $1.3K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$111
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.9%
Rate difference

Blue Springs, MO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Missouri State Tax
Effective: 5.3%
$7.9K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.0%
$44.9K
Take-Home Pay
$8,755/month
$105.1K

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

Blue Springs, MO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.0%

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

Blue Springs
Denver
46 Good
Air Quality
55 Moderate
59.3%
Good Air Days
35.2%
97 High
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
44 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
44 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

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

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