Cost of Living in Jamestown, NM

Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data

Cost of Living Overview

Overall Index

77.6

100 = national avg

-22.4 vs national average

Living Wage (1 Adult)

$34,148

per year

Living Wage (Family of 4)

$80,713

per year

Cost Index by Category

Housing
64.6
Food
89.6
Transportation
79.2
Healthcare
91.7
Utilities
86.7

100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.

Fair Market Rent

Source: HUD

1 Bedroom

$894

per month

2 Bedroom

$1,090

per month

The overall cost of living index in Jamestown is 77.6, which is 22.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,148 per year to cover basic expenses.