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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Mission Bend, TX โ€” COL adjusted from Houston, TX area + state data

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You'd spend $1.9K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $172.7K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 25.2%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,892
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$22.7K
Per year

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

Mission Bend, TX

Population:37K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$245K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:125
Median Home:$513K

Mission Bend, TX

The Lone Star State

37K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax

Located in Texas, this city has a population of 37K residents.

๐Ÿ’ก Advantage: Texas has no state income tax!

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: Mission Bend, TX vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 81.0%
Mission Bend, TX
$1,795
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,454
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 10.3%
Mission Bend, TX
$1,609
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$165
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 18.4%
Mission Bend, TX
$869
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$160
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 10.8%
Mission Bend, TX
$1,319
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$142
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 17.9%
Mission Bend, TX
$536
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$95.83
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†“ 1.5%
Mission Bend, TX
$527
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$7.95
less

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

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

Mission Bend, TX 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$735
To$1,720
โ†‘ $985
1 Bed
From$851
To$1,840
โ†‘ $989
2 Bed
From$1,044
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,146
3 Bed
From$1,431
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,439
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.

$6,656
Monthly in Mission Bend, TX
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,009
Difference

Home Values

Mission Bend
Denver
-
Median Value
$513K
-
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
-
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
-
Price Range
$352K - $933K

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†“ $6.6K
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$550
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
4.4%
Rate difference

Mission Bend, TX

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Texas State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

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

Mission Bend, TX Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.8%

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

Mission Bend
Denver
61 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
13.7%
Good Air Days
35.2%
100 Very High
Climate Risk
95 High
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Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
64 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+2.2ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
64 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

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

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