Cost of Living in Mead, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.7
100 = national avg
+75.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,299
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$182,706
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing211.4
Food138.7
Transportation177.4
Healthcare131.0
Utilities145.5
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 Mead is 175.7, which is 75.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 211.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,299 per year to cover basic expenses.