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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Hoover, AL โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Birmingham, AL area

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

$150.0K in your current city equals $175.7K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Birmingham-Hoover, AL area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 28.6%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,145
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$25.7K
Per year

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

Hoover, AL

Population:92K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$463K

Denver, CO

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

Hoover, AL

The Heart of Dixie

92K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Alabama, this city has a population of 92K 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: Hoover, AL vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 90.9%
Hoover, AL
$1,702
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,547
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 23.7%
Hoover, AL
$1,182
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$280
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 14.7%
Hoover, AL
$1,547
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$227
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 23.9%
Hoover, AL
$510
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$122
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 8.2%
Hoover, AL
$951
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$78.06
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†“ 3.2%
Hoover, AL
$536
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$17.28
less

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

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

Hoover, AL 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$1,053
To$1,720
โ†‘ $667
1 Bed
From$1,187
To$1,840
โ†‘ $653
2 Bed
From$1,304
To$2,190
โ†‘ $886
3 Bed
From$1,630
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,240
Hoover, ALZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,420โ€“$1,420/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.

$6,428
Monthly in Hoover, AL
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,237
Difference

Home Values

Hoover
Denver
$463K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +1%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +28.7%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$463K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 11% more expensive than Hoover

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $860
Per year
Monthly Difference
$71.67
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.6%
Rate difference

Hoover, AL

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Alabama State Tax
Effective: 5.0%
$7.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.6%
$44.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,794/month
$105.5K

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

Hoover, AL Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.1%
Property Tax:0.4%

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

Hoover
Denver
57 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
26%
Good Air Days
35.2%
98 High
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+2.5ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
41 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+2.5ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
41 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

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

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