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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Brighton CDP, NY — COL adjusted from Pittsburgh, PA area + state data

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You'd spend $2.2K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $176.1K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 29.0%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,175
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$26.1K
Per year

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

Brighton CDP, NY

Population:37K
Cost Index:100

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:129
Median Home:$513K

Brighton CDP, NY

The Empire State

37K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in New York, this city has a population of 37K residents.

Denver, CO

The Centennial State

716K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Semi-arid

Notable Facts

  • •Mile-high city (5,280 ft)
  • •Outdoor recreation hub
  • •Major cannabis market

Major Industries

AerospaceTechnologyEnergyTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Brighton CDP, NY vs Denver, CO

🏠Housing
↑ 93.3%
Brighton CDP, NY
$1,681
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,568
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 25.5%
Brighton CDP, NY
$1,165
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$297
more
📦Other
↑ 15.2%
Brighton CDP, NY
$1,540
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$235
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 22.6%
Brighton CDP, NY
$515
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$116
more
⚡All Utilities
↓ 12.6%
Brighton CDP, NY
$594
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$74.58
less
🛒Groceries
↑ 6.3%
Brighton CDP, NY
$968
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$60.92
more

🏛️ Local Income Taxes

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

Brighton CDP, NY has no local income tax.

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

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$611
To$1,720
↑ $1,109
1 Bed
From$692
To$1,840
↑ $1,148
2 Bed
From$855
To$2,190
↑ $1,335
3 Bed
From$1,140
To$2,870
↑ $1,730
Denver, COZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,620–$2,540/mo

💡 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.

$6,463
Monthly in Brighton CDP, NY
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,202
Difference

Home Values

Brighton CDP
Denver
-
Median Value
$513K
-
YoY Change
↓ -4.2%
-
5-Year Change
↑ +13%
-
Price Range
$352K - $933K
Calculate payment - Denver

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $2.9K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$245
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.0%
Rate difference

Brighton CDP, NY

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
New York State Tax
Effective: 6.4%
$9.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 31.0%
$46.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,620/month
$103.4K

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

Brighton CDP, NY Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.8%
Property Tax:1.2%

Denver, CO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.8%
Property Tax:0.5%

💡 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

Brighton CDP
Denver
52 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
47.8%
Good Air Days
35.2%
98 High
Climate Risk
95 High
🌊🌪💨
Top Hazards
🌊🌪💨
▲+3.0°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
12 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days
▲+3.0°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
12 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between New York and Colorado on TaxTakeHome.com

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