Denver vs San Diego: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Denver is about 23% cheaper overall. Here is how Denver and San Diego compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Denver cost-of-living index: 110 vs 100
- San Diego cost-of-living index: 142 vs 100
- Denver median 2BR rent: $2,200/mo
- San Diego median 2BR rent: $3,100/mo
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