Cost of Living in Johnstown, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
176.7
100 = national avg
+76.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,733
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$183,734
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing208.6
Food150.0
Transportation146.5
Healthcare140.0
Utilities151.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,238
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,563
per month
The overall cost of living index in Johnstown is 176.7, which is 76.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 208.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,733 per year to cover basic expenses.