Is Fort Collins more expensive than Knoxville?

Fort Collins is 0.3% cheaper than Knoxville overall. Rent is 3.9% higher, groceries 2.3% more expensive, and restaurants 6.4% more expensive.

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

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

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇺🇸 Knoxville vs 🇺🇸 Fort Collins

2026

Fort Collins is 0.3% cheaper

Category	🇺🇸 Knoxville	🇺🇸 Fort Collins	Difference
Cost of Living	67.7	67.5	-0.3%
Rent	38.5	40.0	+3.9%
Groceries	72.9	74.6	+2.3%
Restaurants	72.3	76.9	+6.4%
Purchasing Power	120.1	146.3	+21.8%

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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