Berthoud, CO vs Pueblo West, CO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Pueblo West is 22.2% cheaper than Berthoud. With a cost index of 103 vs 126, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Pueblo West to Berthoud should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Berthoud is $1,708/month compared to $1,319/month in Pueblo West — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pueblo West is more affordable at $371,600 median vs $487,700.

Median household income in Berthoud is $111,297 compared to $95,419 in Pueblo West (+16.6%). The higher salaries in Berthoud partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Berthoud spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.6% in Pueblo West.