Cost of Living in Crested Butte, CO

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47%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
141%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Crested Butte Colorado National
Cost of living147115100
Groceries103104100
Health care106107100
Housing241136100
Transportation107106100
Utilities110108100
Lifestyle & Entertainment109107100
Household Items106105100
Education & Childcare112111100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Crested Butte is 28% higher than the Colorado average
  • The cost of living in Crested Butte is 47% higher than the national average
  • Crested Butte housing is 141% higher than the national average
  • Colorado general sales tax is 43% lower than the national average
  • Colorado state income tax is 69% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$125,704$10,475$2,933$3,771
      Renters$76,183$6,349$1,777$2,286

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      Colorado 2.9% 10%

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      Colorado 4.4% 4.4%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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