Aspen, CO Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Aspen, Colorado?
$47,820 / month
for a family, 785.6% more expensive than the national average A total of $573,840 for the year for a family.
$16,167 / month
for a single person, 239.1% more expensive than the national average A total of $194,000 for the year for a single person.

Aspen cost of living score
220.4
More expensive
120.4% higher
than the US average
82.9% higher
than the Colorado average
Aspen, Colorado gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 220.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 120.4% higher than the U.S. average and 82.9% lower than the average for Colorado.

Aspen, CO

Housing costs in Aspen?
A typical home costs $2,994,800, which is 785.8% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 468.1% more expensive than the average Colorado home, at $527,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Aspen costs $5,820 per month, which is 307.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 71.6% more than the state average of $1,650.

Can I afford Aspen?
To live comfortably in Aspen, Colorado, a minimum annual income of $573,840 for a family, and $194,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Aspen?
The cost of living in Aspen, CO is among the highest in the United States. The median home price in Aspen is around $2 million and the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is over $2,000. These figures are some of the highest in the country and illustrate how living in Aspen can be expensive. Additionally, goods and services tend to be more pricey than other cities due to its location and high demand from tourists. Overall, those looking to live in Aspen need to prepare themselves financially for higher costs compared to other parts of the country.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesAspenColoradoUnited States
    Unlock120.5100.0
  119.3  Unlock100.0
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  769.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$527,200$338,100
  89.2  Unlock100.0
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  162.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 12 years ago

I've been living in valley for 6 years. I've moved here from right before crisis. It's good place to make money for young people, yeah..it still is. Though when I  More

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Over 12 years ago

beautiful cold and dry weather. Colorful  More

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In Winter the grocery store closest to the ski lifts is so packed full of people it is really difficult to move through the store, especially if you have a cart. It  More

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