Hayden, CO vs Winter Park, CO

Hayden is moderately more affordable than Winter Park, with a 9.1% lower cost of living index. Hayden scores 119 compared to 131 for Winter Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winter Park 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 $1,654/month in Winter Park — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Winter Park has cheaper rent, Hayden actually has lower median home values ($394,400 vs $548,300).

Median household income in Hayden is $97,917 compared to $62,917 in Winter Park (+55.6%). 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 31.5% in Winter Park. The Hayden ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.