Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
21% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 21% more affordable than Denver. A $75,000 salary in Denver is equivalent to $59,110 in Murfreesboro.
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. Denver has a housing index of 152 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Denver costs $520,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $195,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,900 in Denver versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Denver scores 102 while Murfreesboro scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Denver (104) are higher than Murfreesboro (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Denver is $72,661 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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