Cost of Living in Black Hawk, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
168.2
100 = national avg
+68.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,993
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$174,893
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing197.3
Food136.2
Transportation172.3
Healthcare128.9
Utilities141.1
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 Black Hawk is 168.2, which is 68.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 197.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,993 per year to cover basic expenses.