Glendale, CO vs Superior, CO

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Glendale is 29% cheaper than Superior. With a cost index of 122 vs 172, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Glendale to Superior should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Glendale is $1,723/month compared to $2,355/month in Superior — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glendale is more affordable at $398,800 median vs $795,500.

Median household income in Glendale is $68,952 compared to $157,909 in Superior (-56.3%). While Superior is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Glendale spend roughly 30% of their income on rent, more than the 17.9% in Superior.