Longmont, CO vs Windsor, CO

Longmont, CO and Windsor, CO have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.8% difference in their overall index. Longmont scores 133 while Windsor scores 134 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 $1,780/month in Windsor — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Longmont is more affordable at $541,400 median vs $562,300.

Median household income in Longmont is $89,724 compared to $121,758 in Windsor (-26.3%). While Windsor 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 17.5% in Windsor.