Full Rockies stack; cost has caught up. Median home price runs about $573K with an effective property tax near 0.55% — roughly $3,152/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Denver
Median home price
$573K
Effective property tax
0.55%
Tax friendliness
6/10
Winter mildness
4/10
Summer comfort
8/10
Walkability
7/10
Outdoor access
9/10
Culture & food
8/10
Healthcare
8/10
Airport connectivity
10/10
Schools
7/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
9/10
Growth trajectory
6/10
Who it fits: outdoor-first households, people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, families weighing schools, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: