Cost of Living in Ouray, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.2
100 = national avg
+29.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,859
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,395
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing158.7
Food108.4
Transportation116.9
Healthcare106.8
Utilities116.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,245
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,526
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ouray is 129.2, which is 29.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,859 per year to cover basic expenses.