Cost of Living in Greeley
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What it costs to live in Greeley
Adjust the sliders for your situation. Ranges reflect uncertainty in HOA and metro district fees, narrower is more confident.
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Assumes 20% down, 30-year fixed at 6.5% (as of 2026-04-22).
Housing$2,459 – $2,859 | |
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| Mortgage (6.5%, 20% down) | $2,124 |
| Property tax | $227 |
| HOA | $0 – $200 |
| Insurance | $108 |
| Metro district fees | not yet verified |
Transportation$778 | |
|---|---|
| Car payments (your input) | $500 |
| Gas (~99 min to downtown) | $278 |
Utilities$350 | |
|---|---|
| Electric & gas (Xcel Energy) | $205 |
| Water (City of Greeley) | $75 |
| Internet | $70 |
Groceries$650 | |
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| Monthly estimate | $650 |
Housing figures updated April 2026. Confidence: low.
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Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $413K–$425K
- Data Year
- 2026
- Year-over-Year Change
- +2–5%
- Avg Days on Market
- 40–50
- Inventory (Months)
- 2–3
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- ~0.65% (Weld County, varies by district)
- Sales Tax Rate
- 6.51% (lower than many CO cities)
- Cost of Living vs National
- ~5% below national average
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- City of Greeley
- Electric & Gas
- Xcel Energy
- Internet Providers
- Comcast/Xfinity, CenturyLink/Lumen
- Trash & Recycling
- City services
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $62,500
- Cost of Living Index
- ~5% below national average
- Avg Childcare Cost
- $1,000–$1,300
Common QuestionsFAQ, Greeley
What is the median home price in Greeley?
The median home price in Greeley ranges from $413K to $425K as of 2026 (Redfin ~$413K, Zillow ~$425K), with entry-level homes starting under $350K, rare on the Front Range. Year-over-year prices have increased 2–5%, with homes averaging 40–50 days on market. The Promontory development in west Greeley has 6,000+ homes planned.
What is the cost of living in Greeley?
The cost of living in Greeley is approximately 5% below the national average, making it one of the most affordable communities on the Front Range. The property tax rate is ~0.65% (Weld County, varies by district), and the combined sales tax rate is 6.51%, lower than many Colorado cities. The median household income is $62,500.
Estimates for informational purposes only, not financial advice. Actual costs vary by specific property, subdivision, and household.