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Brush, CO

Manageable

The cost of living in Brush, CO is 10% below the national average (Cost Index: 90). Homes here are typically valued around $265,300, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is $73,026 — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.

Brush looks comparatively manageable for household relocation, with 17% rent burden, 3.6x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 87. Use the assumptions below to test whether your own budget still stays in the safe range.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Safe

Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Brush.

Monthly Housing
$1,048/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
17%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$4,538/mo
After housing and debt · $1,513/person
Rent vs Buy
Buying can be tested
Main pressure: home prices
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ACSRent source: ACSBEA proxy: nonmetroHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 25%
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Cost Index
90
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$265,300
Source: Census ACS
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$73,026
National: $78,538
Population
5,299
Purchasing Power
103
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
87 / 100
13% below average
Rent Index
78 / 100
22% below average
Goods & Groceries
96 / 100
About the same as most US cities
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Utilities
88 / 100
12% lower utility bills
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Healthcare & Services
98 / 100
In line with national average
BEA State Nonmetro avg.
Overall Index
90
Average

Brush Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $265,300 and Colorado's property tax rate of 0.51%.

Household Housing Budget

Local median household income is shown only as a place-side affordability input. Personal salary, filing status, and take-home pay analysis belong in salary.city.

Local Household Income
$73,026
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
17%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
3.6x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Brush looks structurally manageable for a household budget. For a specific job offer, filing status, payroll taxes, or salary equivalence across cities, run the income-side decision in salary.city.

Property Tax in Brush, CO

Est. Annual Property Tax
$1,353
Monthly Impact
$113
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
0.51%
National avg: ~1.00%

Colorado Place Tax Context

Tax TypeColoradoNational Avg
Property Tax Rate0.51%1.00%
Top Income Tax Rate4.4%~5.0%
State Sales Tax7.79%~5.0%

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Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Brush, CO: 87
Rent Prices
78

FAQ: Living in Brush

Is Brush, CO an affordable place to live?+

Yes — everyday expenses in Brush run about 10% below the US average (Cost Index: 90). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued around $265,300, compared to the $303,400 national median. Monthly rent is typically around $1,048, versus $1,348 nationally.

How does Brush fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,048, while local median household income is $73,026. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 17% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

How much are taxes in Brush, CO?+

Colorado has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 4.4%. The effective property tax rate is 0.51%. On a home worth $265,300, that translates to roughly $1,353 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 7.79% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in Brush, CO?+

The typical monthly rent in Brush is around $1,048. That's roughly 22% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $265,300, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Brush, CO?+

The median home in Brush is valued at $265,300. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,342/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 63% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Brush?+

Grocery prices in Brush are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 88). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

What is Brush, CO like to live in?+

Brush is a small town with a population of about 5,299. The median age of residents is 31.7, skewing younger — often a sign of a college town or fast-growing area. The local poverty rate is 14.26%, near the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in Colorado

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Higher-Pressure Comparisons in Colorado

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
Financial Data Analysts · Census & Economic Data Specialists
Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Tax Context: State-level property, sales, and income-tax context used for place-side relocation planning. Personal take-home pay and offer analysis are handled by salary.city.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly