Limon, CO vs Monte Vista, CO

Monte Vista is moderately more affordable than Limon, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Limon scores 81 compared to 72 for Monte Vista, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Limon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Limon is $889/month compared to $657/month in Monte Vista — a 35% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Monte Vista is more affordable at $204,500 median vs $208,000.

Median household income in Limon is $46,950 compared to $49,339 in Monte Vista (-4.8%). Monte Vista offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Limon spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Monte Vista.