Cost of Living in Orchard Mesa, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.5
100 = national avg
+28.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,528
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,613
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing157.2
Food108.2
Transportation116.4
Healthcare106.6
Utilities116.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$986
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,249
per month
The overall cost of living index in Orchard Mesa is 128.5, which is 28.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 157.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,528 per year to cover basic expenses.