Cost of Living in Buena Vista, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
127.5
100 = national avg
+27.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,080
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,553
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing187.1
Food94.6
Transportation89.3
Healthcare95.7
Utilities114.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,117
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,466
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buena Vista is 127.5, which is 27.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 187.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,080 per year to cover basic expenses.