Cost of Living in Edgewater
One square mile, Sloan's Lake frontage, and Denver's most walkable small city
Housing
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $563K–$620K
- Data Year
- 2026
- Year-over-Year Change
- Down 3.3-3.5% YoY (Feb 2026)
Taxes
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- Median ~$2,878/yr (Livability)
- Sales Tax Rate
- Edgewater city tax + Jefferson County + state
Utilities
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- City of Edgewater (purchases from Denver Water)
- Electric & Gas
- Xcel Energy
- Internet Providers
- Comcast/Xfinity, CenturyLink
- Trash & Recycling
- Republic Services (contracted). City partners with Scraps for composting.
Income
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $76,591
- Cost of Living Index
- Comparable to Denver — housing is the main cost
- Avg Childcare Cost
- Comparable to Denver metro ($1,500–$2,000/mo full-time)
Common Questions
FAQ — Edgewater
What is the median home price in Edgewater?
As of 2026, the median home price in Edgewater is approximately $563K–$620K. Zillow reports $563K (down 3.3% year-over-year) while Realtor.com shows a median sale price of $620K. The range spans from $300K condos to $755K+ renovated homes across this one-square-mile city.
What is the cost of living in Edgewater?
Edgewater’s cost of living is comparable to Denver, with housing as the main expense. The median annual property tax is approximately $2,878 (Livability). Median household income is $76,591. At $563K–$620K median home value, Edgewater undercuts adjacent Denver neighborhoods while offering similar lake access and commute times.