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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Clinton, MS โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Baton Rouge, LA area

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

$150.0K in your current city equals $174.6K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 27.4%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,052
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$24.6K
Per year

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

Clinton, MS

Population:27K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$232K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:127
Median Home:$513K

Clinton, MS

The Magnolia State

27K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Mississippi, this city has a population of 27K 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: Clinton, MS vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 78.5%
Clinton, MS
$1,820
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,428
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 23.9%
Clinton, MS
$1,180
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$282
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 37.8%
Clinton, MS
$459
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$173
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 6.4%
Clinton, MS
$1,668
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$106
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 9.0%
Clinton, MS
$944
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$84.92
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 9.6%
Clinton, MS
$474
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$45.31
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

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

Clinton, MS 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$908
To$1,720
โ†‘ $812
1 Bed
From$908
To$1,840
โ†‘ $932
2 Bed
From$1,069
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,121
3 Bed
From$1,283
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,587
Clinton, MSZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,060โ€“$1,190/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.

$6,545
Monthly in Clinton, MS
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,119
Difference

Home Values

Clinton
Denver
$232K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +2.1%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +28.3%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$232K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 121% more expensive than Clinton

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $750
Per year
Monthly Difference
$62.50
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.5%
Rate difference

Clinton, MS

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Mississippi State Tax
Effective: 4.9%
$7.3K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,803/month
$105.6K

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

Clinton, MS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.6%

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

Clinton
Denver
51 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
48.9%
Good Air Days
35.2%
98 High
Climate Risk
95 High
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Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
51 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
51 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

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

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