Crawford, CO vs Elbert, CO

Crawford is moderately more affordable than Elbert, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Crawford scores 84 compared to 95 for Elbert, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elbert can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crawford is $1,052/month compared to $1,188/month in Elbert — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Crawford is more affordable at $205,200 median vs $263,200.

Median household income in Crawford is $57,750 compared to $56,500 in Elbert (+2.2%). Crawford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crawford spend roughly 21.9% of their income on rent, less than the 25.2% in Elbert.