San Francisco vs Denver: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Denver is about 38% cheaper overall. Here is how San Francisco and Denver compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- San Francisco cost-of-living index: 178 vs 100
- Denver cost-of-living index: 110 vs 100
- San Francisco median 2BR rent: $4,200/mo
- Denver median 2BR rent: $2,200/mo
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