Cost of Living in Fort Collins, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
152.9
100 = national avg
+52.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,289
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$159,047
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing209.6
Food113.9
Transportation127.8
Healthcare111.1
Utilities130.3
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 Fort Collins is 152.9, which is 52.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,289 per year to cover basic expenses.