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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

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

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You'd spend $2.7K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $182.0K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Memphis, TN-MS-AR area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 35.6%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,667
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$32.0K
Per year

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

Olive Branch, MS

Population:47K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$327K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:136
Median Home:$513K

Olive Branch, MS

The Magnolia State

47K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Mississippi, this city has a population of 47K 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: Olive Branch, MS vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 107.3%
Olive Branch, MS
$1,567
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,682
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 24.6%
Olive Branch, MS
$1,173
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$289
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 12.3%
Olive Branch, MS
$1,580
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$195
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 23.5%
Olive Branch, MS
$512
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$120
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 12.8%
Olive Branch, MS
$912
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$117
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 0.8%
Olive Branch, MS
$515
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$4.25
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

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

Olive Branch, 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$1,131
To$1,720
โ†‘ $589
1 Bed
From$1,227
To$1,840
โ†‘ $613
2 Bed
From$1,355
To$2,190
โ†‘ $835
3 Bed
From$1,788
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,082
Olive Branch, MSZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,530โ€“$1,530/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.

$6,258
Monthly in Olive Branch, MS
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,407
Difference

Home Values

Olive Branch
Denver
$327K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +0.1%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +25.3%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$327K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 57% more expensive than Olive Branch

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

Olive Branch, 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

Olive Branch, 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

Olive Branch
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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