Cost of Living in Estes Park, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.4
100 = national avg
+45.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,989
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$151,247
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing208.3
Food106.0
Transportation112.1
Healthcare104.8
Utilities125.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,537
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,732
per month
The overall cost of living index in Estes Park is 145.4, which is 45.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 208.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,989 per year to cover basic expenses.