Cost of Living in Upper Bear Creek, CO

With a cost of living index of 161, Upper Bear Creek, CO is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 61% more expensive than the national average and 47% above the Colorado state average of 114. Upper Bear Creek is a small community of 980 residents.

The median household income in Upper Bear Creek is $185,574, which is 147% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.