Moving to Southern CO

[HalcyonSon]

Another option to work in Pueblo would be look west at Canon City area. Easy commute and small town vibes, plus ready access to great roads.
State income tax will hit you at 4-5% depending on your income level. Property tax will depend on your area.

That's a bit of a stretch at 45 minutes, but how is the traffic out that way?

[texlurch]

That's a bit of a stretch at 45 minutes, but how is the traffic out that way?

No idea but it cannot be any worse than 25 to the Sprgs. Unless you are on the south side, it will be 45 minutes plus Sprgs to Pueblo.