Avon, CO vs Frederick, CO

Frederick is moderately more affordable than Avon, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Avon scores 157 compared to 146 for Frederick, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Avon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Avon is $2,132/month compared to $2,252/month in Frederick — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Avon has cheaper rent, Frederick actually has lower median home values ($529,800 vs $689,000).

Median household income in Avon is $85,364 compared to $135,316 in Frederick (-36.9%). Frederick offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Avon spend roughly 30% of their income on rent, more than the 20% in Frederick.