Los Angeles vs Denver: Cost of Living & Housing Comparison
Los Angeles's typical home is worth $822,600, 52% higher than the typical home in Denver at $540,400.
On median household income, Los Angeles posts $76,244 while Denver posts $85,853.
Typical rent runs $1,791 in Los Angeles and $1,665 in Denver.
Natural-hazard risk differs here: FEMA rates Los Angeles Very High and Denver Relatively High.
| Metric | Los Angeles, CA | Denver, CO |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,881,041 | 710,800 |
| Median home value | $822,600 | $540,400 |
| Median household income | $76,244 | $85,853 |
| Median gross rent | $1,791 | $1,665 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Relatively High |
Both home values and rent run lower in Denver, CO than in Los Angeles, CA, making it the more affordable of the two on housing alone.
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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.