Cost of Living in Ward, CO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.3
100 = national avg
+11.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,967
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,741
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing139.3
Food96.3
Transportation92.7
Healthcare97.1
Utilities105.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,795
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ward is 111.3, which is 11.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,967 per year to cover basic expenses.