Cost of Living in Vail, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
189.8
100 = national avg
+89.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$83,499
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$197,362
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing292.6
Food129.3
Transportation108.3
Healthcare123.4
Utilities156.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,813
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,379
per month
The overall cost of living index in Vail is 189.8, which is 89.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 292.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $83,499 per year to cover basic expenses.