Cost of Living in Littleton
Transit access + historic charm + varied dining
What it costs to live in Littleton
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Assumes 20% down, 30-year fixed at 6.5% (as of 2026-04-22).
Housing$3,700 – $4,100 | |
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| Mortgage (6.5%, 20% down) | $3,160 |
| Property tax | $373 |
| HOA | $0 – $200 |
| Insurance | $167 |
| Metro district fees | not yet verified |
Transportation$549 | |
|---|---|
| Car payments (your input) | $500 |
| Gas (~18 min to downtown) | $49 |
Utilities$350 | |
|---|---|
| Electric & gas (Xcel Energy (electric and gas)) | $205 |
| Water (Denver Water) | $75 |
| Internet | $70 |
Groceries$650 | |
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| Monthly estimate | $650 |
Housing figures updated April 2026. Confidence: low.
car-dependent overall; downtown walkable
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $615K–$630K
- Price per Sq Ft
- ~$287/sqft
- Data Year
- 2026
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- ~0.71%–0.73% effective (varies by county, Arapahoe, Jefferson, or Douglas)
- Sales Tax Rate
- 8.0%–8.75% (state 2.9% + county 0.25%–1.0% + city 3.75% + special 1.1%)
- Vehicle Registration
- Standard Colorado
- State Income Tax Impact
- 4.4% flat
- Cost of Living vs National
- ~24% above national average
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- Denver Water
- Electric & Gas
- Xcel Energy (electric and gas)
- Internet Providers
- Quantum Fiber (up to 8 Gbps), Comcast/Xfinity, CenturyLink
- Trash & Recycling
- City of Littleton contract
- Snow Removal
- City of Littleton public roads
Income & Cost Context
- Cost of Living Index
- 123.7 (national avg = 100)
- Avg Childcare Cost
- $1,050–$1,300
Common QuestionsFAQ, Littleton
What is the median home price in Littleton?
As of 2026, the median home price in Littleton is approximately $615K–$630K, with a median price per square foot of roughly $287. Littleton offers a balance of historic charm and transit access at a price point below many neighboring communities in Douglas County.
What is the cost of living in Littleton?
Littleton’s cost of living index is approximately 123.7 (national average = 100), or about 24% above the national average. The effective property tax rate is roughly 0.71%–0.73%, varying by county (Arapahoe, Jefferson, or Douglas). Sales tax ranges from 8.0% to 8.75%. Colorado has a flat 4.4% state income tax.
Estimates for informational purposes only, not financial advice. Actual costs vary by specific property, subdivision, and household.