Cost of Living in Fort Defiance, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.0
100 = national avg
-20.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,220
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,247
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing62.9
Food93.0
Transportation86.0
Healthcare94.4
Utilities88.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$903
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,175
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Defiance is 80.0, which is 20.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 62.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,220 per year to cover basic expenses.