Evans, CO vs Parker, CO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Evans is 28% cheaper than Parker. With a cost index of 106 vs 147, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Evans to Parker should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Evans is $1,497/month compared to $1,973/month in Parker — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Evans is more affordable at $326,300 median vs $613,200.

Median household income in Evans is $72,926 compared to $129,342 in Parker (-43.6%). While Parker is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Evans spend roughly 24.6% of their income on rent, more than the 18.3% in Parker.