TOP 12 Most AFFORDABLE Cities in COLORADO

[@JasonTaylor-po5xc]

The trick is to find an inexpensive place to live that doesn’t suck. Sure, it is dirt cheap to live in the middle of nowhere - but then you’re in the middle of nowhere. I’m going for Colorado Springs - seems like a nice balance between city and cost of living - and great views.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Very true! With remote work becoming the standard this is going to become more and more tricky! Quality of life is important to me so my goal.is to help people find their best quality of life... anywhere in the world that might be!

[@michaelgoedeker9697]

Yes sir, It is interesting to see if the new Return to office push is going to open up homes in Colorado. @@LivingInColorado5280

[@billredding2000]

@JasonTaylor: Me too...one huge reason is of the 4 major cities of CO, only Colorado Springs (COS) leans conservative. Still plenty of liberals there so there's "something for everyone" I guess. Lived in COS twice. Am in TX now, but hope to move back late 2025 -- and hope the housing market AND mortgage interest rates are WAY more affordable by then. I'm a veteran (twice) so I like that there are 5 military bases there. -- BR

[@Beautyaddixion]

COS is yuck.

[@j.kevvideoproductions.6463]

@@Beautyaddixion agree'd you have a much higher chance of being shot by a "Good Guy" with a gun in CO Spgs. If you don't go to the right church you might be killed.

[@danieljones8639]

Tourism isn't the main industry in Cañon City, prisons are. You should be truthful with people about job opportunities. Cañon City has 12 prisons, that's the main industry here. And it only takes about 45 minutes to get to the springs, and Pueblos only about 35 minutes away. Take it from someone who's actually lived here for six years. It's also only an hour and a half to Monarch ski resort, and only three hours to Wolf Creek Pass, about an hour and a half from the great Sandune's, and has world-class mountain biking, fishing, and kayaking. You might also want to let people know that once they get out of Denver and Vail and Breckenridge and Boulder and Fort Collins or anywhere considered "affluent" and start heading into the more rural areas of Colorado, it's very much a "Christian White Nationalist" kind of vibe. So if "let's go Brandon" and "F&$k Biden" flags are your jam, this could very well be the spot you've been looking for.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

This is a brief overview of these cities. If I ever do a deep dive into Cañon City I'll be sure to include that info. Thanks for pointing that out to me and thanks for watching!

[@banginzaza]

Man you mine as well make a YT video if you're going write all of that. Even if it's just audio 😂😂😂

[@banginzaza]

Thanks! I needed that. So I'm actually safer around the Eses in Pueblo versus the White Power in North Colorado. Got it. Thanks because I was looking at those Northern cities. Even us peaceful black people get provoked in places like that.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@banginzaza right? 😂

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@banginzaza I'm sure you mean Weld County. Hopefully they'll move up to Wyoming

[@malcolmnicoll1165]

Any place east of the front range is not Colorado- it’s Kansas (read boring).

[@LivingInColorado5280]

I totally agree! Western Kansas 😂. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@vv9452]

According to Zillow, most houses for sale in Fruita are currently above 400k with moble homes at 250k

[@volvo850rex]

the conflicting sound track doesn’t help. Just talk

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Thanks for the feedback Mike. There's been mixed options on the music. Well out of 3,000 views 6 have mentioned it so it's pretty one sided but I think subtitles are the best solution. Thanks for watching!

[@cocostrayer6667]

The music is very annoying and unnecessary. Just talk!!!!

[@stanknstabby]

Leaving New York (next year) and am seriously considering Colorado. Thanks for the informative video! Subscribed!!

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Well be sure to let me know if you have any questions. When the time comes for you to look for a home here I'd love to help. Thanks for the comment!

[@Jaisee14]

If you do don't bring your left wing policies here IF you are a progressive. The DemonicRATS have already done enough damage to thie once beautiful state.

[@patugejv]

Good public schools in Greeley? School district 6 lost it's accreditation a few years ago. That has NEVER happened anywhere else! They got their accreditation back by absorbing University Schools, a great private school into their district. That brought the averages up enough. They didn't fix anything.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Thanks for watching the video and clarifying that

[@ryanrydel9114]

The information was good and helpful, but the background music is horribly distracting. There are tons of free music sources, if you insist on having any, but the more "lively" the more distracting. I'm only posting this because you said it didn't seem to be bothering most people. Most people won't bother to tell you, they'll just move on to another channel. I personally won't watch another if the music is at that same volume. Pro-tip - try watching at 1.25% or 1.5% speed. If it sounds unfavorable when slightly sped up, it's going to bother plenty of people at normal speed.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

I always appreciate feedback on this kind of thing. I've been much more conscious of the music volume but when I listen to the video I can barely hear the music. So.Im confused as to whether it's louder on certain devices. This video has quite a few views, so how do we know people are just moving along when the music is too loud? Also, do your do video editing or anything? I just see that you don't have any subscribers so I'm curious where your "pro-tip" is coming from. I'm admittedly not a pro. Just curious, thanks for the comment.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Also, there are subtitles if you turn the captions on in the KZbin app

[@ryanrydel9114]

No, I don't create YT content, though I do moderate several Twitch channels and help ensure background music and even game audio is not excessive. Aside from the daily stream administration, a professional consumer of content can offer well educated "pro-tips!" I have listened to an impossible number of hours of YT travel content over the past several years. Sometimes at a fulltime pace and level - meaning well over 40 hours a week. Many people are looking for specific types of information. Listening at increased speed helps quite a lot in "getting through" 6 to 10 hours of content in a day. If a video sounds bad at even 125% speed, then it's probably sounding bad of off-putting even at normal speed. I only ever go as fast as 150% but I know of people that go for 200% to get to their target. Your video at 125% sounded grating like circus music - depending on which track was playing. So I slowed it back down and ... it was simply too hectic and distracting. I want to hear YOU not the "lively music." I do use subtitles, but if you're a channel I'm going to follow and consume, I want to hear you. I can go read plenty of plain text elsewhere. YT is a video experience. I'm gauging YOUR vibe along with your information. For what it's worth, I'm listening to your videos on a Windows 10 Pro PC over mid-quality desktop speakers through Chrome. I doubt it makes much of a difference. It's more likely that different people have different sensitivities and realms of focus. I expect it would be materially different using headphones, though. I appreciate your response, and wish you well with your channel. Be well!

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@ryanrydel9114 Gotcha! No, this is seriously good information. I'm relatively new to the whole KZbin things.and I've made a lot of adjustments due to feedback. It's a work in progress so I appreciate you! Cheers

[@TheKandiqurl]

I wish you used images with this bc now I have to go and look it up myself lol

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Check out my video that's coming out later today! I'm going to start doing this more often, with maps! I appreciate the feedback thanks for watching. Are you moving to Colorado or do you already live here?

[@romanica28]

Good video, but I think it could be better if you put images of de cities, that you're taking 😉

[@LivingInColorado5280]

That's definitely a good idea. I was pretty new at this when I made the videos bug I'm going to start doing that moving forward. Thanks for the comment

[@LiveLife2023Leo]

also show on the map where the towns/Cities are located.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@LiveLife2023Leo I will certainly start doing that. Great recommendation, I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching!

[@mcparody666]

Pretty much anything in the San Luis Valley is dirt cheap to live. Alamosa is probably the most expensive.

[@aintnolittlegirl9322]

Is Greeley really considered rural? I'd never consider a city with a 100,000 population to be rural.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

That's an interesting point. I don't think the population determines if an area is rural. If you compare that population to LA or New York it's quite small. Rural also refers to a less "built" environment. Maybe suburban may be a better way to describe it. Thanks for your insight, I appreciate your comment!

[@billredding2000]

Thanks for talking about crime stats...most real estate agents/brokers don't want to talk about those "quality of life" issues people ALSO need to know about before moving there, be they renters OR buyers. Of course, there are other such issues such as demographics, politics/voting preferences (Dem/Rep ratio), etc., but like crime stats those can be researched online. I agree Pueblo has a bad rap (like Aurora does) but I've heard it's slowly moving in the conservative direction, which I find surprising -- it's been liberal/Democrat for years, same as Denver and (flaming) liberal Boulder. Whatever, Colorado Springs is for me...as soon as home prices and the mortgage interest rate come down where I want them. The Good News presently in the Springs is I've seen a consistent price reductions form homes in my preferred Zip Codes there, AND, it seems Builders are cranking-out new homes/subdivisions. As well, new Class A "luxury" apt complexes are being built (or have been since I left late 2022) and RENTS have come down quite a bit from back then, too. That's Good News for me as I'd be a renter first while looking to buy. -- BR

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Hey Bill, I really appreciate this comment. I try to be as real as possible with my videos. I'm known as "the quality of life realtor" it's my goal to make sure people focus on the elements of purchasing a home such as safety, environment and quality of education rather than the structure alone. Thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers

[@billredding2000]

@@LivingInColorado5280 Well, my experience with realtors in 3 states (TX, NM and CO) has shown they aren't allowed to address those things (it may be related to the concept "steering" they want to avoid) so it's best we buyers do that for sure on our own at assorted websites. But really, I wouldn't want to put a realtor "on the spot" (if you will) by even asking those questions (as said, given previous experiences) as it may be awkward if not uncomfortable for them, so I do understand. But it is true that realtors probably are the best people to KNOW those things as they LIVE and WORK there and so know all the parts of the town/city pretty well (or SHOULD know them) -- especially for people who are new to that state/city. I mean, who ELSE are the "newbies" going to ask? Who do they know there (if no friends/family are there)? So in that sense it's sad realtors are "not encouraged" (by law or their mentors/office admin) to comment on those "gray area" things. -- BR

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@billredding2000 That's correct, we have to be very "PC" about how we address crime. Personally for me I always tell people that safety is subjective and if you're concerned look up the crime stats. As far as these videos since I do it more I. A personal capacity and am not directly informing clients I be as clear as possible with the knowledge I have.

[@Jaisee14]

Sorry I couldn't watch after 3minutes and 22 seconds into your video. The background music was so loud, annoying and distracting. Just sayin'.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Hey, thanks for watching what you could. Seems there is quite a discrepancy with device volume it seems. The video does have subtitles so you can just turn the volume down and read them. I'll probably make another one of these videos as this one was made when I first started the channel. Thanks for the comment.

[@Zuvuuya]

need a Ranch, 1-2 acre place on the outskirt of town.. Very few pine trees, elevation between 5-5,700ft.....no strict building permits, lakes nearby would be great...

[@paulhayes2605]

hard to follow you over the loud music, turn that crap down so i can hear you speaking without interference.

[@paulhayes2605]

you will never find tunes that everyone likes, but at half the current volume it would be less annoying.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

It's hard to get it right. On a technical level my voice is 4 times louder than the music so on paper it should be quite easy to hear me. I'll try and be more aware of that

[@vickiebaggett5580]

Looking to relocate to a affordable place but clean and nice neighborhood and safe to live

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Vickie, you can get in touch with me directly at 720-432-5335 or email me at [e-mail] I'm happy to help

[@davidlunbeck6202]

or Springfield they have a Family Dollar and a gas station!

[@bradleyvanzile1111]

What about Colorado Springs? Cost of living and taxes

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Colorado Springs is definitely affordable but not amongst the cheapest. Really a great place to live. Are you considering it?

[@starycharlton2970]

It is far from cheap or even affordable. Rent for a one bedroom could start at 1k. If there is any under that they are not in a safe area. Houses for sale in most cases start at 350k if ur lucky.

[@JacksonTaylorandTheSinners]

It’s becoming a sh’t hole. Mini Cali.

[@treboy]

I wanted to like this video but considering your a KZbinr you got to put little images of each area with some words in the video . Info is there but it’s like going to a restaurant with no menu or pictures

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Thanks for the feedback. It's a work in progress as I just started this channel years ago. Always looking to improve so keep watching! Thanks for the comment.

[@Pickle_Panther]

What would you say the average person does for work in CO? CO is on the list of states I may move to in the next year or two but out of all the states I’ve looked at CO makes the least sense. It’s a fairly expensive state (even for some of the dumpy looking apartments), but when I look online for jobs there’s not much going on aside from retail/fast food and some specialized jobs. How do folks make it happen in CO? Is everyone in tech or an influencer working from home?

[@Digital_MarketerYoutube-Expert]

Very helpful video

[@dibbuk5730]

Where would Walsenburg fall on your list?

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Good question. It's definitely up there. I think it's probably tied with Lamar. I heard it's affordable but not a great place to live.

[@mcparody666]

Walsenburg is a terrible place. They literally fight against any kind of idea that would help bring in more people and money.

[@chrisschulze8081]

Prison..most people are employed by the system, I heard.

[@general.disdain]

No photos :(

[@j.kevvideoproductions.6463]

Please Don't move to Colorado. It's horrible. Homeless everywhere. It's on fire. Most of the Mountains have either been burnt or bulldozed. All the wild animals have rabies. Crime is rampant, and everyone is stoned 100% of the time. Coffee costs or 25$ a cup at 7-Eleven. You will need a loan at Starbucks.

[@markclapham2358]

How is the Penrose and Westcliff area

[@LivingInColorado5280]

You know, I'm not super familiar with those particular places but I imagine they're inexpensive. I just can't comment on quality of life

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@danieljones8639 sounds awesome! I'll definitely have to check it out. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@trap7196]

I love the Westcliff area!

[@chrisschulze8081]

Westcliffe…..great star gazing….

[@FKNSENDIT]

I see cheap land forsale in colorado for around 1000 a acre in 2024 I know it's not perfect but if it said it got electric an water capable is that still ok?

[@LivingInColorado5280]

$1,000 an acre? Where is that. Send me a text if you want to discuss land. Cheers!

[@LatiLatiOH]

Greeley? No Evans better

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@LatiLatiOH Evans?

[@arsonne]

Needs some more b-roll and also the music is way too loud. Good video tho!

[@LivingInColorado5280]

So weird about the music. When I watch the video I can barely hear it but others have also said it's too loud. I think subtitles are the solution. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers!

[@cocostrayer6667]

​@@LivingInColorado5280No, deleting the music is the answer. Just Talk!!! Why ridiculous music at all!?!?!?

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@cocostrayer6667 Thanks for the feedback. I've hired an editor recently as my channel has grown and he seems to have a good grasp on music volume to original audio volume. I've asked myself the same question about the music and it does really help liven up the video. Appreciate you watching.

[@linwhite4074]

You would have more views with no music! , i wont watch the entire video due to this as others the same who don't take the time to comment.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Hey Lin, appreciate the feedback although I don't think that's true. How would you know if there is music in the video without watching it? Also, I think over 5,000 views and gaining is pretty good.

[@FiftiesForward]

Why is your thumbnail that kind of face? Weird

[@LivingInColorado5280]

I must say that you're the first to ask that 😆good question! Because to me "cheap" isn't necessarily positive. So I wanted to convey a sense of mystery, hesitancy and unease. Did it work? Is my actual face weird? Thanks for your comment.

[@davidlunbeck6202]

or Pritchette ....

[@beasthowler]

So it’s a great welding state no

[@LivingInColorado5280]

I can't say with total confidence but I did recently see a guy wearing a Colorado Ironworkers Union shirt so I would imagine if you're a welder there is no shortage of work. My first job I was a welder. I still live the smell of burning metal. Thanks for your comment!

[@davidlunbeck6202]

I think I can afford Agular ...

[@jeannethelen3604]

Colorado Springs seems to be the winner in my research. It is not that far from Denver and it seems to be a nice balance.

[@krisgray8124]

Grand Junction is a shit hole now. What was a genuine rural community with an incredible canal system for irrigation and incredible views and a friendly vibe and a small college, was supplanted by the progressive agenda designed to appeal to people who are indifferent to the history and personality of the town. Now, aside from the pretentious winery events and superficial bike riders, Grand Junction is now home to more crime, more drugs, gang activity and homelessness. And after some of the towns you listed, ( Pueblo, really!!?? ) I think I will take any realtor speak you spew with the smallest grain of salt.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@krisgray8124 Hey Kris, thanks for your insightful comments. It's funny as a kid when we came through Grand Junction I thought it was kind of unimpressive. As I've gotten older I have an appreciation that I didn't before, maybe it's changing or I am. This video is actually one of my oldest and oddly most watched. I was thinking about recreating it since things have really changed. I've heard some surprisingly good things about Pueblo despite its reputation. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers!

[@DanielAbel-uy7iw]

The dude from New York, take values and go to Chicago.

[@davidlunbeck6202]

or maybe Campo....

[@LivingInColorado5280]

I'm not familiar

[@davidlunbeck6202]

Campo is a Statutory Town located in Baca County, Colorado, United States. The town population was 103 at the 2020 United States Census.@@LivingInColorado5280

[@user-ri5ly4qx1n]

Music sucks can't take it

[@mh0862]

Sterling & Cañon City are prison towns. Trinidad is cool.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

That would explain why they're cheap. Cheap doesn't always mean good 😆

[@ettaplace6716]

Don’t even consider those the colorado lifestyle!!!😂

[@LivingInColorado5280]

No definitely not what we think of when wanting to move to Colorado. Thanks for the comment!

[@jeanholmes7976]

Terrible music!!!

[@LivingInColorado5280]

Thanks! There are four different songs. Which one is the most terrible? Do you make music I can use?

[@MinouMinet]

@@LivingInColorado5280. Music is unnecessary and altogether obnoxious, only want to hear your info.

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@MinouMinet While I do appreciate your feedback out of the 3,000 views this video has about 5 have said the same thing as you. I usually inform them that the music volume is 4x lower than my voice on paper at least. Personally I feel that the music makes the video a bit more lively. I'm probably the only person that sees.it without. I do appreciate you like my info. I've tried to be more sensitive to the music volume but I'm definitely going to keep it in future videos. Thanks again!

[@MinouMinet]

@@LivingInColorado5280 Sure, it's your video, do as you want!

[@LivingInColorado5280]

@@MinouMinet Subtitles! That's the solution 😁

[@RABPWarrior]

Pueblo. Ghetto and dangerous