Cost of Living in Poncha Springs, CO

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28%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
75%
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 Poncha Springs Colorado National
Cost of living128115100
Groceries105104100
Health care109107100
Housing175136100
Transportation111106100
Utilities111108100
Lifestyle & Entertainment106107100
Household Items106105100
Education & Childcare113111100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Poncha Springs is 11% higher than the Colorado average
  • The cost of living in Poncha Springs is 28% higher than the national average
  • Poncha Springs housing is 75% 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$118,725$9,894$2,770$3,562
      Renters$42,464$3,539$991$1,274

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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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