Cost of Living in Morrison
Red Rocks, Dinosaur Ridge, and a 400-person town with outsized character
Housing
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $710K–$870K
- Data Year
- 2026
Taxes
Tax Rates
- Sales Tax Rate
- Morrison town tax + Jefferson County + state
- Cost of Living vs National
- 11% above national average — housing is the driver
Utilities
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- Town of Morrison Water & Sewer (Bear Creek source, membrane filtration plant)
- Electric & Gas
- Xcel Energy
- Internet Providers
- Comcast/Xfinity, CenturyLink
- Trash & Recycling
- Republic Services (contracted by Town of Morrison)
Income
Income & Cost Context
- Cost of Living Index
- 11% above national average
- Avg Childcare Cost
- ~$918/mo avg (CareLuLu). Most families use Lakewood-area centers (10-15 min).
Common Questions
FAQ — Morrison
What is the median home price in Morrison?
As of 2026, the median home price in Morrison is approximately $710K–$870K. Zillow reports an average home value of $712K while Realtor.com shows a median sale price of $872K. Inventory is extremely limited — with fewer than 200 homes in the entire town, often only 1–3 active listings are available at any given time.
What is the cost of living in Morrison?
Morrison’s cost of living is 11% above the national average, with housing as the primary driver. Sales tax includes Morrison town tax plus Jefferson County and state rates. The extremely limited housing inventory — fewer than 200 homes in the entire town — means buyers often compete for rare listings.