Clifton, CO vs Fort Lupton, CO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Clifton is 19.9% cheaper than Fort Lupton. With a cost index of 83 vs 104, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Clifton to Fort Lupton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Clifton is $1,035/month compared to $1,296/month in Fort Lupton — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clifton is more affordable at $234,200 median vs $372,400.

Median household income in Clifton is $54,301 compared to $64,850 in Fort Lupton (-16.3%). The higher salaries in Fort Lupton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Clifton spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, less than the 24% in Fort Lupton.