LifeCost Blog
Denver

Denver

USA

Updated on August 08, 2025

Overview

Denver offers a strong job market, especially in energy, tech, and healthcare. Housing costs are high but vary by area. The climate features four distinct seasons with dry winters and warm summers. Public transport is available but many use cars. Healthcare access is good with multiple hospitals. The city is generally safe with active outdoor lifestyle and cultural amenities. Cost of living is above the US average.

Average cost of living€2,245.62
Quality of Life84/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€975.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,827.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,456.00
3-bed flat (center)€3,031.00
3-bed flat (outside)€2,554.00

Utilities

Basic utilities€150.07
Internet€57.37
Mobile plan€61.56

Transportation

One-way ticket€2.47
Monthly pass€75.08
Taxi start€2.99
Gasoline (1 l)€0.73

Leisure

Cinema ticket€12.80
Fitness club€53.63

Education

Preschool (month)€1,321.00
Intl. primary (year)€13,794.00

Buying House

sqm in city center€4,028.00
sqm outside center€3,152.00

Advantages

  • Strong job market
  • Good healthcare access
  • Four distinct seasons
  • Active outdoor lifestyle
  • Cultural amenities

Disadvantages

  • × High housing costs
  • × Limited public transport
  • × Cost of living above US average
  • × Winter weather extremes
  • × Traffic congestion