Cost of Living in Platteville, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.9
100 = national avg
+42.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,880
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,625
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing175.1
Food117.0
Transportation134.0
Healthcare113.6
Utilities125.2
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 Platteville is 142.9, which is 42.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 175.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,880 per year to cover basic expenses.