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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Horn Lake, MS โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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You'd spend $2.8K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $183.6K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Memphis, TN-MS-AR area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 37.4%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,803
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$33.6K
Per year

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

Horn Lake, MS

Population:26K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$198K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:137
Median Home:$513K

Horn Lake, MS

The Magnolia State

26K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Mississippi, this city has a population of 26K 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: Horn Lake, MS vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 110.1%
Horn Lake, MS
$1,546
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,702
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 26.3%
Horn Lake, MS
$1,157
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$304
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 13.8%
Horn Lake, MS
$1,559
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$216
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 24.4%
Horn Lake, MS
$508
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$124
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 13.6%
Horn Lake, MS
$906
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$123
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 1.5%
Horn Lake, MS
$511
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$7.67
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

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

Horn Lake, 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$926
To$1,720
โ†‘ $794
1 Bed
From$1,005
To$1,840
โ†‘ $835
2 Bed
From$1,108
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,082
3 Bed
From$1,464
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,406
Horn Lake, MSZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,270โ€“$1,270/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.

$6,188
Monthly in Horn Lake, MS
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,477
Difference

Home Values

Horn Lake
Denver
$198K
Median Value
$513K
โ†“ -0.4%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +33.2%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$198K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 160% more expensive than Horn Lake

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

Horn Lake, 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

Horn Lake, 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

Horn Lake
Denver
55 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
34.4%
Good Air Days
35.2%
99 High
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
54 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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