Cost of Living in La Junta Gardens, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.2
100 = national avg
+11.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,929
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,651
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.4
Food112.0
Transportation124.0
Healthcare109.6
Utilities107.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in La Junta Gardens is 111.2, which is 11.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,929 per year to cover basic expenses.