Longmont, CO vs Northglenn, CO

Longmont, CO and Northglenn, CO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.5% difference in their overall index. Longmont scores 133 while Northglenn scores 127 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 Longmont is $1,755/month compared to $1,778/month in Northglenn — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Longmont has cheaper rent, Northglenn actually has lower median home values ($440,900 vs $541,400).

Median household income in Longmont is $89,724 compared to $79,530 in Northglenn (+12.8%). While Longmont is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Longmont spend roughly 23.5% of their income on rent, less than the 26.8% in Northglenn.