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Cost of living in Amador County, CA

Estimated monthly cost
$3,406/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 41,029 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,260 37%
Federal tax $564 17%
Healthcare $480 14%
Groceries $397 12%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $217 6%
State tax $108 3%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Amador County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,253
per month
1 bedroom
$1,260
per month
2 bedroom
$1,493
per month
3 bedroom
$2,084
per month
4 bedroom
$2,507
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Amador County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$81,526
per year
Individual earnings
$44,558
per year
Per capita
$42,602
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Amador County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$422,800
Annual property tax
$2,939

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Amador County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$167
per month · 30.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$50
per month
Annual total
$2,604
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Amador County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.9%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Amador County

State and local tax rates for California.

State income tax
13.3%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
7.3%
Combined sales tax
8.8%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Amador County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
32.6 min
Drive alone
73.4%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
14.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Amador County

What it costs to live in Amador County each month.

Single person
$3,406
per month
  • Rent $1,260
  • Energy $217
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $397
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $564
  • State tax $108
Couple
$5,122
per month
  • Rent $1,493
  • Energy $260
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $658
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,004
  • State tax $353
Family
$7,920
per month
  • Rent $2,084
  • Energy $326
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $998
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,004
  • State tax $353

Frequently asked questions about Amador County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Amador County?

In Amador County, CA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,260 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,493 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,084 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Amador County?

In Amador County, CA, the average household income is $81,526 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,558 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Amador County?

The estimated cost of living in Amador County, CA is approximately $3,406 per month for a single person, $5,122 for a couple, $7,920 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Amador County?

The combined sales tax rate in Amador County, CA is 8.85%, which includes the California state rate of 7.25% plus an average local rate of 1.60%.

Is Amador County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Amador County, CA would need approximately $3,406 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $81,526 per year ($6,794 per month). Amador County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Amador County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Amador County, CA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Amador County?

The average home value in Amador County, CA is $422,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,939, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Amador County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources