Cost of Living in Denver, United States
Denver is a city in United States, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,926 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $2,102 per month, or $1,635 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 303 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Denver scores 44/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 87°F and winter highs around 33°F, with roughly 293 sunny days a year.
Denver Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Denver
How Denver Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Denver ranks in the top 4% for internet speed, but costs more than 91% of them.
| Metric | Denver | World rank | Rank in United States & Canada |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $2,926 | #311 of 340 | #61 of 80 |
| Safety | 44/100 | #268 of 340 | #45 of 80 |
| Healthcare | 68/100 | #173 of 340 | #66 of 80 |
| Internet speed | 303 Mbps | #13 of 340 | #1 of 80 |
| Walkability | 61/100 | #147 of 340 | #22 of 80 |
| Public transit | 45/100 | #139 of 340 | #23 of 80 |
| Food scene | 78/100 | #121 of 340 | #30 of 80 |
| Air quality | 85/100 | #114 of 340 | #25 of 80 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Denver
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Denver.
- Pittsburgh, United States — $2,322/mo, 21% cheaper, safety 46/100
- Buffalo, United States — $2,388/mo, 18% cheaper, safety 38/100
- Cincinnati, United States — $2,175/mo, 26% cheaper, safety 40/100
- Santa Fe, United States — $2,040/mo, 30% cheaper, safety 50/100
Denver FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Denver?
A single person should budget around $2,926 per month in Denver, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $4,753 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Denver?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Denver averages $2,102 per month, dropping to about $1,635 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $3,358.
Is Denver safe?
Denver scores 44/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 60/100.
How fast is the internet in Denver?
Median download speeds in Denver are around 303 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 60 coworking spaces in the city.
Does United States offer a digital nomad visa?
United States does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders should check current entry requirements before traveling.
What is the weather like in Denver?
Denver sees summer highs around 87°F and winter highs near 33°F, with about 293 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 57 days.
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