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Cost & Benefits

Denver vs San Diego

Simple answer

You'd likely save $482 a month in Denver.

Typical rent is $2,313 in San Diego and $1,831 in Denver. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Denver

Colorado

Typical rent
$1,831
Typical pay
$94,718 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,169
Price index
105.8 (metro)

San Diego

California

Typical rent
$2,313
Typical pay
$108,077 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,823
Price index
111.9 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.