Cost of Living in Empire, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
118.5
100 = national avg
+18.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,159
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$123,285
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing155.0
Food98.2
Transportation95.1
Healthcare98.6
Utilities109.9
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 Empire is 118.5, which is 18.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 155.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,159 per year to cover basic expenses.