Cost of Living in Naturita, CO

With a cost of living index of 75, Naturita, CO is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 25% cheaper than the national average and 39% below the Colorado state average of 114. Naturita is a small community of 520 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Naturita's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $836 (37% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $169,000 (45% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Naturita is $28,021, which is 63% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 36% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.