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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Morristown, TN โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Lexington, KY area

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You'd spend $2.2K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $175.9K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Knoxville, TN area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 28.8%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,160
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$25.9K
Per year

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

Morristown, TN

Population:32K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$251K

Denver, CO

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

Morristown, TN

The Volunteer State

32K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax

Located in Tennessee, this city has a population of 32K residents.

๐Ÿ’ก Advantage: Tennessee 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: Morristown, TN vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 68.0%
Morristown, TN
$1,933
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,315
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 30.9%
Morristown, TN
$1,116
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$345
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 17.8%
Morristown, TN
$1,507
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$268
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 12.0%
Morristown, TN
$919
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$110
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 19.6%
Morristown, TN
$528
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$104
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 16.6%
Morristown, TN
$445
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$74.01
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

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

Morristown, TN 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$683
To$1,720
โ†‘ $1,037
1 Bed
From$691
To$1,840
โ†‘ $1,149
2 Bed
From$882
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,308
3 Bed
From$1,120
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,750
Morristown, TNZIP-level data

1BR range: $870โ€“$900/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.

$6,449
Monthly in Morristown, TN
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,216
Difference

Home Values

Morristown
Denver
$251K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +1.7%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +50.4%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$226K - $277K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 104% more expensive than Morristown

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

Morristown, TN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Tennessee 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

Morristown, TN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.5%
Property Tax:0.7%

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

Morristown
Denver
41 Good
Air Quality
55 Moderate
79.2%
Good Air Days
35.2%
92 Moderate
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
21 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
21 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

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

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