How's Colorado's economy treating you?

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Not too long ago, Denver led the nation for the lowest inflation in July 2024, at 1.9%. We're near the leaders now, as of May 2026. With a 5% annual increase in overall consumer prices, the Denver area was just below Hawaii and New York, both of which were at 5.1% in May. How's the economy treating you? Take the latest What's Working poll to help us better understand what's going on in Colorado.

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Prices are rising this year. Did your wallet notice?

Yes, of course. One word: Gas

Sort of. My wallet's still hurting from earlier inflation

Don't ask. I just know it's difficult to save

Doesn't matter. Inflation has no difference on my purchases

Other:

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How have you changed your financial habits?

No change at all

Doing well, actually. Thought about that SpaceX IPO

I haven't had a juice steak in years

I dropped my insurance

I moved to a cheaper city

My credit card debt has grown

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