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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

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You'd spend $2.0K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $173.8K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 26.4%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,983
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$23.8K
Per year

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

Columbus, GA

Population:207K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$153K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:126
Median Home:$513K

Columbus, GA

The Peach State

207K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Georgia, this city has a population of 207K 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: Columbus, GA vs Denver, CO

🏠Housing
↑ 68.9%
Columbus, GA
$1,923
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,325
more
📦Other
↑ 12.8%
Columbus, GA
$1,574
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$201
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 22.9%
Columbus, GA
$514
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$118
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 7.3%
Columbus, GA
$959
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$69.95
more
⚡All Utilities
↓ 11.2%
Columbus, GA
$585
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$65.57
less
🚗Transportation
↑ 0.9%
Columbus, GA
$1,448
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$13.66
more

🏛️ Local Income Taxes

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

Columbus, GA 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$880
To$1,720
↑ $840
1 Bed
From$930
To$1,840
↑ $910
2 Bed
From$1,085
To$2,190
↑ $1,105
3 Bed
From$1,435
To$2,870
↑ $1,435
Columbus, GAZIP-level data

1BR range: $850–$1,290/mo

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.

$7,003
Monthly in Columbus, GA
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$1,662
Difference

Home Values

Columbus
Denver
$153K
Median Value
$513K
0%
YoY Change
↓ -4.2%
↑ +39.1%
5-Year Change
↑ +13%
$69K - $226K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 235% more expensive than Columbus

Calculate payment - ColumbusCalculate payment - Denver

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $1.9K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$154
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.2%
Rate difference

Columbus, GA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Georgia State Tax
Effective: 5.6%
$8.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.3%
$45.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,711/month
$104.5K

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

Columbus, GA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.3%
Property Tax:0.9%

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

Columbus
Denver
49 Good
Air Quality
55 Moderate
52.7%
Good Air Days
35.2%
82 Moderate
Climate Risk
95 High
None
Top Hazards
🌊🌪💨
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days

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

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