Cost of Living in Grand Lake, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
130.9
100 = national avg
+30.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,595
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$136,135
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing118.8
Food126.9
Transportation153.8
Healthcare121.5
Utilities119.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,318
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,475
per month
The overall cost of living index in Grand Lake is 130.9, which is 30.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 118.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,595 per year to cover basic expenses.