Cost of Living in Leadville, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
138.0
100 = national avg
+38.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,728
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,538
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing173.7
Food114.1
Transportation116.2
Healthcare111.3
Utilities123.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,024
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,343
per month
The overall cost of living index in Leadville is 138.0, which is 38.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 173.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,728 per year to cover basic expenses.