Cost of Living in Black Forest, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
253.7
100 = national avg
+153.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,647
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$263,892
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing374.4
Food158.7
Transportation217.3
Healthcare146.9
Utilities190.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,464
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,735
per month
The overall cost of living index in Black Forest is 253.7, which is 153.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 374.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,647 per year to cover basic expenses.