Hayden, CO vs Salida, CO

Hayden is moderately more affordable than Salida, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Hayden scores 119 compared to 131 for Salida, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Salida can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hayden is $1,680/month compared to $1,567/month in Salida — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Salida has cheaper rent, Hayden actually has lower median home values ($394,400 vs $583,400).

Median household income in Hayden is $97,917 compared to $69,773 in Salida (+40.3%). Hayden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hayden spend roughly 20.6% of their income on rent, less than the 27% in Salida.