The cost of living in Colorado has risen steadily over the course of the 21st century, but towns like Alamosa and Trinidad remain affordable.

Aerial view of Denver, Colorado skyline at sunset. - Sean Pavone/Shutterstock According to BestPlaces, the total cost of housing in Cimarron Hills is around $4,350 per month for a family and $4,167 ...

Four Colorado communities were ranked among the 170 "most envied" places to live in the U.S. Vail, Greenwood Village, Cherry Hills Village and Castle Pines made the list based on an online survey.