Clifton, CO vs Craig, CO

Clifton is moderately more affordable than Craig, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Clifton scores 83 compared to 88 for Craig, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Craig can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clifton is $1,035/month compared to $1,060/month in Craig — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clifton is more affordable at $234,200 median vs $252,900.

Median household income in Clifton is $54,301 compared to $69,256 in Craig (-21.6%). While Craig is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Clifton spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18.4% in Craig.