Cost of Living in Durango, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.8
100 = national avg
+42.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,821
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,487
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing206.0
Food110.8
Transportation81.3
Healthcare108.6
Utilities127.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,211
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,589
per month
The overall cost of living index in Durango is 142.8, which is 42.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 206.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,821 per year to cover basic expenses.