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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Huntington, WV — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Columbus, OH area

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

$150.0K in your current city equals $174.5K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 27.2%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,041
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$24.5K
Per year

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

Huntington, WV

Population:45K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$129K

Denver, CO

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

Huntington, WV

The Mountain State

45K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in West Virginia, this city has a population of 45K 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: Huntington, WV vs Denver, CO

🏠Housing
↑ 83.0%
Huntington, WV
$1,775
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,473
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📦Other
↑ 18.6%
Huntington, WV
$1,496
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$279
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 11.4%
Huntington, WV
$1,312
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$149
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 8.3%
Huntington, WV
$950
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$79.14
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 14.0%
Huntington, WV
$455
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$63.83
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 6.2%
Huntington, WV
$595
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$36.80
more

🏛️ Local Income Taxes

Huntington, WV: Huntington Service Fee$1,500/yr (1.0%)
Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)
Net difference-$1,431/yr

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$694
To$1,720
↑ $1,026
1 Bed
From$702
To$1,840
↑ $1,138
2 Bed
From$800
To$2,190
↑ $1,390
3 Bed
From$1,029
To$2,870
↑ $1,841
Huntington, WVZIP-level data

1BR range: $850–$930/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.

$6,584
Monthly in Huntington, WV
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,081
Difference

Home Values

Huntington
Denver
$129K
Median Value
$513K
↑ +5.4%
YoY Change
↓ -4.2%
↑ +29.1%
5-Year Change
↑ +13%
$62K - $167K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 299% more expensive than Huntington

Calculate payment - HuntingtonCalculate payment - Denver

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $2.0K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$169
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.4%
Rate difference

Huntington, WV

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
West Virginia State Tax
Effective: 5.8%
$8.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.4%
$45.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,697/month
$104.4K

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

Huntington, WV Tax Rates

Sales Tax:6.7%
Property Tax:0.6%

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

Huntington
Denver
53 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
41.3%
Good Air Days
35.2%
98 High
Climate Risk
95 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🌪💨
▲+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
18 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days
▲+3.1°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
18 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days

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

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