Clifton, CO vs Lamar, CO

Lamar is moderately more affordable than Clifton, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Clifton scores 83 compared to 72 for Lamar, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clifton 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 $844/month in Lamar — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lamar is more affordable at $137,100 median vs $234,200.

Median household income in Clifton is $54,301 compared to $58,487 in Lamar (-7.2%). Lamar offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clifton spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in Lamar.