Lochbuie, CO vs Platteville, CO

Lochbuie, CO and Platteville, CO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Lochbuie scores 116 while Platteville scores 115 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lochbuie is $1,609/month compared to $1,669/month in Platteville — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lochbuie is more affordable at $373,800 median vs $376,600.

Median household income in Lochbuie is $88,548 compared to $87,642 in Platteville (+1%). The higher salaries in Lochbuie partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Lochbuie spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, less than the 22.9% in Platteville.