Is Knoxville more expensive than Fort Collins?

Knoxville is 0.3% more expensive than Fort Collins overall. Rent is 3.8% lower, groceries 2.3% cheaper, and restaurants 6.0% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Fort Collins or Knoxville?

Fort Collins has a purchasing power index of 146.3 while Knoxville has 120.1 (NYC = 100). Fort Collins offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Fort Collins vs 🇺🇸 Knoxville

2026

Knoxville is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇺🇸 Fort Collins	🇺🇸 Knoxville	Difference
Cost of Living	67.5	67.7	+0.3%
Rent	40.0	38.5	-3.8%
Groceries	74.6	72.9	-2.3%
Restaurants	76.9	72.3	-6.0%
Purchasing Power	146.3	120.1	-17.9%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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