Fort Garland, CO Cost of Living


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United States / Colorado / No Metro Area / Costilla County / Fort Garland / Zip Codes

Fort Garland cost of living score
74.7
Less expensive
25.3% lower
than the US average
38.0% lower
than the Colorado average
Fort Garland, Colorado gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.3% lower than the U.S. average and 38.0% lower than the average for Colorado.

Fort Garland, CO

Housing costs in Fort Garland?
A typical home costs $252,900, which is 25.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.0% less expensive than the average Colorado home, at $527,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Garland costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 96.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,650.

Can I afford Fort Garland?
To live comfortably in Fort Garland, Colorado, a minimum annual income of $48,600 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Garland?
Fort Garland, CO is relatively affordable to live in. The cost of living in the area is 8% lower than the national average, so it is an attractive option for those looking to save money while still enjoying a high quality of life. The median home price for Fort Garland is around $125,000 and rentals can range from $500 - $1,300 per month depending on size and location. Groceries are also reasonable with an overall average cost slightly below the national average. Utilities are also much cheaper than many other areas, making Fort Garland a great place to consider when budgeting for living expenses.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort GarlandColoradoUnited States
  74.7120.5100.0
  99.6100.7100
  92.083.8100.0
  67.0167.5100.0
  $252,900$527,200$338,100
  106.8%98.4%100.0%
  74.4106.7100.0
  97.7120.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

My guy friend and I are looking for a beautiful place to buy land for our retirement.We have lived in Colorado for a long time and yet had never explored the Fort  More

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