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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Grants Pass, OR โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Portland, OR area

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You'd spend $1.7K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $170.4K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 22.7%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,699
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$20.4K
Per year

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

Grants Pass, OR

Population:39K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$389K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:123
Median Home:$513K

Grants Pass, OR

The Beaver State

39K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Oregon, this city has a population of 39K 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: Grants Pass, OR vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 33.6%
Grants Pass, OR
$1,328
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$446
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๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 11.2%
Grants Pass, OR
$2,920
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$328
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๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 23.1%
Grants Pass, OR
$1,187
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$274
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๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 15.9%
Grants Pass, OR
$888
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$141
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 31.5%
Grants Pass, OR
$395
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$124
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๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 14.8%
Grants Pass, OR
$551
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$81.34
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๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

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

Grants Pass, OR 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$581
To$1,720
โ†‘ $1,139
1 Bed
From$651
To$1,840
โ†‘ $1,189
2 Bed
From$844
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,346
3 Bed
From$1,176
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,694
Grants Pass, ORZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,030โ€“$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.

$7,269
Monthly in Grants Pass, OR
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$1,395
Difference

Home Values

Grants Pass
Denver
$389K
Median Value
$513K
โ†“ -0.8%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +16.6%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$376K - $401K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 32% more expensive than Grants Pass

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $8.9K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$743
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
5.9%
Rate difference

Grants Pass, OR

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Oregon State Tax
Effective: 10.3%
$15.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 35.0%
$52.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,123/month
$97.5K

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

Grants Pass, OR Tax Rates

Sales Tax:0.0%
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

Grants Pass
Denver
35 Good
Air Quality
55 Moderate
85%
Good Air Days
35.2%
98 High
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+2.5ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
9 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+2.5ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
9 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

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

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