Cost of Living in Lafayette, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
178.6
100 = national avg
+78.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,594
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$185,768
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing251.7
Food134.4
Transportation114.6
Healthcare127.5
Utilities151.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,795
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lafayette is 178.6, which is 78.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 251.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,594 per year to cover basic expenses.