Cost of Living in Broomfield
Colorado's only city-county, US-36 corridor with Flatiron Crossing and four school districts
What it costs to live in Broomfield
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Assumes 20% down, 30-year fixed at 6.5% (as of 2026-04-22).
Housing$3,530 – $3,930 | |
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| Mortgage (6.5%, 20% down) | $3,084 |
| Property tax | $279 |
| HOA | $0 – $200 |
| Insurance | $167 |
| Metro district fees | not yet verified |
Transportation$576 | |
|---|---|
| Car payments (your input) | $500 |
| Gas (~27 min to downtown) | $76 |
Utilities$350 | |
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| Electric & gas | $205 |
| Water | $75 |
| Internet | $70 |
Groceries$650 | |
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| Monthly estimate | $650 |
Housing figures updated April 2026. Confidence: low.
car-dependent overall; Broomfield Gardens area scores 77
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $580K–$640K
- Data Year
- 2026
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- ~0.55% effective (Broomfield County)
- Sales Tax Rate
- 8.15% (City 4.15% + State 2.90% + RTD 1.10%)
- Vehicle Registration
- Standard Colorado
- State Income Tax Impact
- 4.4% flat
- Cost of Living vs National
- ~32% above national average (housing-driven at 95% above)
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $105,000–$115,000
- Cost of Living Index
- 132.1 (32% above national average)
- Avg Childcare Cost
- $1,200–$1,600
Common QuestionsFAQ, Broomfield
What is the median home price in Broomfield?
The median home price in Broomfield is $580K–$640K as of 2026. There is significant variation: Interlocken luxury homes start at $800K+, central Broomfield ranges from $500K–$650K, and affordable pockets near 120th Avenue start around $400K+.
What is the cost of living in Broomfield?
Broomfield’s cost of living index is 132.1, about 32% above the national average, with housing costs 95% above the national average as the primary driver. The effective property tax rate is approximately 0.55% (Broomfield County). The combined sales tax rate is 8.15%. The median household income is $105,000–$115,000.
Estimates for informational purposes only, not financial advice. Actual costs vary by specific property, subdivision, and household.