Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
9% cheaper
Colorado Springs is 9% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $68,478 in Colorado Springs.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Colorado Springs has a housing index of 115 while Eugene sits at 130 (national average = 100). The median home in Colorado Springs costs $380,000 compared to $380,000 in Eugene, a difference of $0. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Colorado Springs versus $1,400 in Eugene.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Colorado Springs scores 100 while Eugene scores 103. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Colorado Springs (104) are lower than Eugene (106). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Colorado Springs is $64,712 compared to $49,448 in Eugene. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Colorado Springs.
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