Buena Vista, CO Cost of Living


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United States / Colorado / No Metro Area / Chaffee County / Buena Vista / Zip Codes

Buena Vista cost of living score
108.9
More expensive
8.9% higher
than the US average
9.6% lower
than the Colorado average
Buena Vista, Colorado gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 108.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.9% higher than the U.S. average and 9.6% higher than the average for Colorado.

Buena Vista, CO

Housing costs in Buena Vista?
A typical home costs $616,300, which is 82.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.9% more expensive than the average Colorado home, at $527,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Buena Vista costs $1,400 per month, which is 2.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 17.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,650.

Can I afford Buena Vista?
To live comfortably in Buena Vista, Colorado, a minimum annual income of $118,080 for a family, and $49,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Buena Vista?
The cost of living in Buena Vista, CO is slightly higher than the national average. The median home price in the area is $391,000, which is much higher than the U.S. median of $231,200. Rent prices also tend to be a bit more expensive than other parts of the country, with a one bedroom apartment averaging around $800 per month. However, the town does offer budget-friendly options for groceries and dining out thanks to its smaller size. Residents can enjoy local cuisine from small restaurants and grocery stores that offer great deals on food and goods throughout the year. Overall, despite its higher cost of living compared to other parts of the U.S., Buena Vista remains an attractive destination for those looking for a comfortable lifestyle at reasonable prices.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBuena VistaColoradoUnited States
  108.9120.5100.0
  100.3100.7100
  91.083.8100.0
  135.9167.5100.0
  $616,300$527,200$338,100
  99.9%98.4%100.0%
  74.3106.7100.0
  117.2120.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

Buena Vista is not a place to live if dependent upon needing a liveable or professional income. Jobs are largely retail and service industry - low wages, temporary,  More

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Over 16 years ago

There is no better place to  More

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Over 17 years ago

Buena Vista is the place to be if your into the great outdoors. Hiking, biking, fishing, whitewater rafting, winter sports snow shoeing, back country skiing also close  More

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