Zip 81230 (Gunnison, CO) Cost of Living


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Gunnison cost of living score
108.7
More expensive
8.7% higher
than the US average
9.8% lower
than the Colorado average
Gunnison (zip 81230), Colorado gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 108.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.7% higher than the U.S. average and 9.8% higher than the average for Colorado.

Zip 81230 (Gunnison, CO)

Housing costs in Gunnison?
A typical home costs $499,500, which is 47.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 5.3% less expensive than the average Colorado home, at $527,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gunnison costs $1,490 per month, which is 4.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 10.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,650.

Can I afford Gunnison?
To live comfortably in Gunnison (zip 81230), Colorado, a minimum annual income of $95,760 for a family, and $45,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gunnison?
The cost of living in Gunnison, CO is relatively low compared to the rest of the United States. According to the Cost of Living Index, the overall cost of living is around 15% lower than the national average. Groceries, housing, utilities, transportation, and healthcare are all more affordable in Gunnison than they are in most other places. The median home value is roughly $430k and monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment averages about $996 per month. The average price for a gallon of gas is about 13% lower than the national average. Eating out or ordering delivery can be costly depending on where you go; however, there are several restaurants and grocery stores that offer reasonable prices for quality food. In general, Gunnison offers residents a lower cost of living while still maintaining a high standard of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGunnisonColoradoUnited States
  108.7120.5100.0
  103.2100.7100
  80.183.8100.0
  134.7167.5100.0
  $499,500$527,200$338,100
  99.5%98.4%100.0%
  67.9106.7100.0
  138.1120.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 9 years ago

We would like something small, we have a dog, she is well behaved, doesn't bark, attack, or chase people/cars, unless she wants to be petted. She never leaves the yard,  More

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Over 9 years ago

We would like something small, we have a dog, she is well behaved, doesn't bark, attack, or chase people/cars, unless she wants to be petted. She never leaves the yard,  More

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