Cost of Living in Fountain, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.5
100 = national avg
+43.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,153
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,270
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing181.2
Food115.2
Transportation130.3
Healthcare112.1
Utilities125.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,464
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,735
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fountain is 143.5, which is 43.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 181.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,153 per year to cover basic expenses.