Median Home
$420,000
Rent (1BR)
$1,300/mo
Cost of Living
102 / 100
Unemployment
3.3%
Sunny Days
243/yr
Walkability
Car-Dependent
What It's Really Like in Colorado Springs
Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and Olympic Training Center in a mountain city with 300 days of sunshine. Strong military presence and growing tech sector at more affordable prices than Denver.
Neighborhood Guide
Where to live in Colorado Springs based on your lifestyle and budget.
Old Colorado City
artsyHistoric arts district with galleries, shops, and Garden of the Gods access.
Avg Rent
$1,200
Home Price
$350,000
Walkability
Medium
Briargate
family-friendlyNorth side master-planned community with top schools and family amenities.
Avg Rent
$1,400
Home Price
$450,000
Walkability
Low
Downtown
trendyRevitalized core with Olympic Museum, restaurants, and growing arts scene.
Avg Rent
$1,300
Home Price
$380,000
Walkability
Medium
Broadmoor
upscaleSouthwest side luxury near the iconic Broadmoor resort with mountain views.
Avg Rent
$1,600
Home Price
$600,000
Walkability
Low
Cost of Living Breakdown
Compared to the national average (100). Below 100 = cheaper, above 100 = more expensive.
Groceries
98
2% below avg
Housing
110
10% above avg
Transportation
96
4% below avg
Healthcare
96
4% below avg
Utilities
88
12% below avg
Best Neighborhoods By Situation
Best for Families
- Briargate — $1,400/mo rent
Best for Young Professionals
- Downtown — $1,300/mo rent
Most Affordable
- Old Colorado City — $1,200/mo rent
- Downtown — $1,300/mo rent
Getting Around Colorado Springs
Walkability: Car-Dependent
Colorado Springs is primarily car-dependent. You'll need a vehicle for most daily activities including commuting, shopping, and entertainment.
Airport: COS
Colorado Springs is served by COS airport, connecting you to major domestic and international destinations. This is important if you travel frequently for work or want to visit family back home.
Jobs & Economy
Median Income
$63,030
Unemployment Rate
3.3%
State Income Tax
4.4%
Cost of Living Index
102
Top Industries
Military/DefenseTechnologyHealthcareTourismAerospace
Major Employers
Fort Carson Army BaseUSAFALockheed MartinUCHealthPenrose-St. Francis
Popular Routes to Colorado Springs
People are moving to Colorado Springs from these cities.
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1,074 miles19.5hr driveI-5 South
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2,052 miles37.3hr driveI-40 East
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1,052 miles19.1hr driveI-40 West
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Moving from Colorado Springs to Other States
Route guides from Colorado Springs, CO to every US state.
Colorado Springs → CaliforniaColorado Springs → TexasColorado Springs → FloridaColorado Springs → New YorkColorado Springs → PennsylvaniaColorado Springs → IllinoisColorado Springs → OhioColorado Springs → GeorgiaColorado Springs → North CarolinaColorado Springs → MichiganColorado Springs → New JerseyColorado Springs → VirginiaColorado Springs → WashingtonColorado Springs → ArizonaColorado Springs → MassachusettsColorado Springs → TennesseeColorado Springs → IndianaColorado Springs → MarylandColorado Springs → MissouriColorado Springs → WisconsinColorado Springs → MinnesotaColorado Springs → South CarolinaColorado Springs → AlabamaColorado Springs → LouisianaColorado Springs → KentuckyColorado Springs → OregonColorado Springs → OklahomaColorado Springs → ConnecticutColorado Springs → UtahColorado Springs → IowaColorado Springs → NevadaColorado Springs → ArkansasColorado Springs → MississippiColorado Springs → KansasColorado Springs → New MexicoColorado Springs → NebraskaColorado Springs → IdahoColorado Springs → West VirginiaColorado Springs → HawaiiColorado Springs → New HampshireColorado Springs → MaineColorado Springs → Rhode IslandColorado Springs → MontanaColorado Springs → DelawareColorado Springs → South DakotaColorado Springs → North DakotaColorado Springs → AlaskaColorado Springs → District of ColumbiaColorado Springs → VermontColorado Springs → Wyoming
Moving from Colorado Springs to Metro Areas
Route guides from Colorado Springs to major metropolitan areas.
Colorado Springs → New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJColorado Springs → Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CAColorado Springs → Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-INColorado Springs → San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CAColorado Springs → Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TXColorado Springs → Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVColorado Springs → Trenton-Princeton, NJColorado Springs → Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CTColorado Springs → Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MDColorado Springs → Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FLColorado Springs → Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZColorado Springs → Vallejo, CAColorado Springs → Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TXColorado Springs → Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WAColorado Springs → Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MDColorado Springs → Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WAColorado Springs → Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NHColorado Springs → Denver-Aurora-Centennial, COColorado Springs → Kenosha, WIColorado Springs → Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
Moving from Colorado Springs to Major Cities
Route guides from Colorado Springs to the largest US cities.
Colorado Springs → New York, NYColorado Springs → Los Angeles, CAColorado Springs → Chicago, ILColorado Springs → Houston, TXColorado Springs → Phoenix, AZColorado Springs → Philadelphia, PAColorado Springs → San Antonio, TXColorado Springs → San Diego, CAColorado Springs → Dallas, TXColorado Springs → Austin, TXColorado Springs → San Jose, CAColorado Springs → Jacksonville, FLColorado Springs → Fort Worth, TXColorado Springs → Columbus, OHColorado Springs → Charlotte, NCColorado Springs → Indianapolis, INColorado Springs → San Francisco, CAColorado Springs → Seattle, WAColorado Springs → Denver, COColorado Springs → Nashville, TNColorado Springs → Oklahoma City, OKColorado Springs → Washington, DCColorado Springs → El Paso, TXColorado Springs → Boston, MAColorado Springs → Portland, ORColorado Springs → Las Vegas, NVColorado Springs → Memphis, TNColorado Springs → Louisville, KYColorado Springs → Baltimore, MDColorado Springs → Milwaukee, WI
Your Colorado Springs Newcomer Checklist
A 30-60-90 day plan to get settled in your new city.
30
First 30 Days
- Update your driver's license & vehicle registration
- Register to vote at your new address
- Set up utilities (electric, water, internet)
- Find a primary care doctor & dentist
- Open a local bank account if needed
- Explore your neighborhood on foot
60
Days 30–60
- Join a local gym, club, or meetup group
- Try restaurants in different neighborhoods
- Find your go-to grocery store & pharmacy
- Learn the best commute routes & shortcuts
- Attend a local event or festival
- Meet your neighbors — introduce yourself
90
Days 60–90
- Establish a weekend routine (parks, brunch spots)
- Build a professional network in your industry
- Find a favorite coffee shop to work from
- Explore day-trip destinations nearby
- Start feeling like a local — give directions!
- Invite friends & family to visit your new home