Elder Care Cost: Colorado vs Utah (2026)
Utah assisted living runs $4,200/month — $700/month less than Colorado's $4,900/month. That's $8,400/year.
Colorado
$4,900
assisted living/month
+$400 vs national avg
Utah
$4,200
assisted living/month
-$300 vs national avg
Colorado vs Utah — All Care Types
Monthly costs. Green = lower cost. National average shown for context.
| Care Type | Colorado | Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $4,900/mo | $4,200/mo ✓ |
| Nursing Home — Private Room | $10,220/mo | $8,760/mo ✓ |
| Nursing Home — Semi-Private | $9,198/mo | $7,848/mo ✓ |
| In-Home Aide (44 hrs/week) | $5,720/mo | $5,339/mo ✓ |
| Adult Day Care | $1,625/mo | $1,408/mo ✓ |
Source: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey 2024–2025. Statewide medians — metro areas typically run 15–30% higher.
Annual Cost Difference
For assisted living, Utah costs $50,400/year vs Colorado's $58,800/year.
Monthly gap
$700
Annual gap
$8,400
2-year care
$16,800
% difference
17%
Assisted living only. Nursing home gap: $1,460/month ($17,520/year).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is elder care cheaper in Colorado or Utah?
Utah is cheaper for assisted living at $4,200/month, vs. $4,900/month in Colorado — a $700/month gap. Utah comes out ahead on 5 of 5 care categories.
How do nursing home costs compare between these states?
A private nursing home room in Colorado runs $10,220/month vs. $8,760/month in Utah. The national median is $9,733/month.
How do both states compare to the national average?
The national average for assisted living is $4,500/month. Colorado is $400 above the national average, and Utah is $300 below.
Do costs vary within each state?
Yes. Metro areas typically run 15–30% above the statewide median shown here. Statewide averages are useful for comparing states, but actual costs depend heavily on the specific city or county.
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