9. Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs is about an hour south of Denver. The scenic town is extremely affordable for families on every rung of the socioeconomic ladder. There’s also plenty to do to keep your family entertained, as well, as the city has tons of attractions. All that said, there’s also a strong religious presence in the city that makes it politically conservative. That could be an attraction or a deterrent, depending on your personal views on the subject.
