Idaho Springs, CO vs Kiowa, CO

Kiowa is moderately more affordable than Idaho Springs, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Idaho Springs scores 108 compared to 98 for Kiowa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Idaho Springs can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Idaho Springs is $1,175/month compared to $1,104/month in Kiowa — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kiowa is more affordable at $337,500 median vs $434,900.

Median household income in Idaho Springs is $85,450 compared to $62,917 in Kiowa (+35.8%). While Idaho Springs is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Idaho Springs spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, less than the 21.1% in Kiowa.