Cost of Living in Gunnison, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.6
100 = national avg
+11.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,099
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,053
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.8
Food92.3
Transportation87.3
Healthcare93.8
Utilities105.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,149
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,334
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gunnison is 111.6, which is 11.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,099 per year to cover basic expenses.