Longmont, CO vs Westminster, CO

Longmont, CO and Westminster, CO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0% difference in their overall index. Longmont scores 133 while Westminster scores 133 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 $1,816/month in Westminster — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Longmont has cheaper rent, Westminster actually has lower median home values ($497,400 vs $541,400).

Median household income in Longmont is $89,724 compared to $96,145 in Westminster (-6.7%). While Westminster 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, more than the 22.7% in Westminster.