How does the cost of living in Fort Collins compare to the U.S. average?

Fort Collins has a cost‑of‑living index of 100, which means it matches the national average. Your expenses for groceries, utilities, and transportation will be roughly what you’d pay across the United States. Because the average rent is $1,632 per month and the average salary is $59,672 per year, housing takes up a typical share of income similar to many other U.S. cities. To fine‑tune your budget, compare your current expenses with local listings on rental websites and use cost‑of‑living calculators that let you input the index value of 100 for Fort Collins.