Cost of Living in Eaton, CO

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22%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
54%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Eaton Colorado National
Cost of living122115100
Groceries102104100
Health care108107100
Housing154136100
Transportation107106100
Utilities113108100
Lifestyle & Entertainment107107100
Household Items107105100
Education & Childcare117111100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Eaton is 6% higher than the Colorado average
  • The cost of living in Eaton is 22% higher than the national average
  • Eaton housing is 54% higher than the national average
  • Colorado general sales tax is 43% lower than the national average
  • Colorado state income tax is 69% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$134,706$11,226$3,143$4,042
      Renters$97,098$8,092$2,265$2,913
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Eaton, CO, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Eaton homeowners, is $134,706. This would allow for a maximum of $3,143 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $97,098 which would result in a maximum of $2,265 to be spent on rental costs.

      Colorado Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Colorado 2.9% 10%

      Colorado Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Colorado 4.4% 4.4%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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