Cost of Living in Arvada, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
173.0
100 = national avg
+73.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,105
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$179,885
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing228.4
Food136.7
Transportation125.6
Healthcare129.3
Utilities147.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,754
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,089
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arvada is 173.0, which is 73.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 228.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,105 per year to cover basic expenses.