Zip 81326 (Hesperus, CO) Cost of Living


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United States / Colorado / Durango Metro Area / La Plata County / No City / Hesperus (zip 81326)

Hesperus cost of living score
117.9
More expensive
17.9% higher
than the US average
2.2% lower
than the Colorado average
Hesperus (zip 81326), Colorado gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 117.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.9% higher than the U.S. average and 2.2% higher than the average for Colorado.

Zip 81326 (Hesperus, CO)

Housing costs in Hesperus?
A typical home costs $604,000, which is 78.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 14.6% more expensive than the average Colorado home, at $527,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hesperus costs $2,060 per month, which is 44.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 19.9% more than the state average of $1,650.

Can I afford Hesperus?
To live comfortably in Hesperus (zip 81326), Colorado, a minimum annual income of $115,560 for a family, and $73,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hesperus?
Living in 81326 Hesperus, CO is relatively affordable compared to many other places in the country. According to BestPlaces, the cost of living index for this town is an impressive 86, which is 14% lower than the US average. Housing costs are particularly low, with a median home cost of only $182,800 which is almost 1/3 lower than the national median price of $272,900. Additionally, utility costs are also quite low at 7% below the US average. This makes 81326 Hesperus, CO an attractive place for people who are looking for affordable living without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHesperusColoradoUnited States
  117.9120.5100.0
  107.1100.7100
  80.183.8100.0
  180.8167.5100.0
  $604,000$527,200$338,100
  101.0%98.4%100.0%
  93.3106.7100.0
  152.2120.4100.0

   100=National Average

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