Eaton, CO vs Idaho Springs, CO

Idaho Springs is moderately more affordable than Eaton, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Eaton scores 122 compared to 108 for Idaho Springs, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Eaton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Eaton is $1,710/month compared to $1,175/month in Idaho Springs — a 46% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Idaho Springs is more affordable at $434,900 median vs $448,800.

Median household income in Eaton is $106,146 compared to $85,450 in Idaho Springs (+24.2%). While Eaton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Eaton spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, more than the 16.5% in Idaho Springs.