Broomfield, CO vs Highlands Ranch, CO

Broomfield is moderately more affordable than Highlands Ranch, with a 8% lower cost of living index. Broomfield scores 152 compared to 165 for Highlands Ranch, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Highlands Ranch can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Broomfield is $2,074/month compared to $2,397/month in Highlands Ranch — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Broomfield is more affordable at $631,600 median vs $672,600.

Median household income in Broomfield is $121,025 compared to $155,847 in Highlands Ranch (-22.3%). While Highlands Ranch is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Broomfield spend roughly 20.6% of their income on rent, more than the 18.5% in Highlands Ranch.