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Cost of living in Bannock County, ID

Part of the Pocatello Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,802/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 88,457 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $868 31%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $411 15%
Groceries $331 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $170 6%
Energy $162 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Bannock County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$781
per month
1 bedroom
$868
per month
2 bedroom
$1,139
per month
3 bedroom
$1,596
per month
4 bedroom
$1,908
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bannock County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,080
per year
Individual earnings
$35,180
per year
Per capita
$32,268
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bannock County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$267,200
Annual property tax
$1,918

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bannock County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$110
per month · 11.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,944
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Bannock County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.2%

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 Bannock County

State and local tax rates for Idaho.

State income tax
5.8%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Bannock County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.3 min
Drive alone
75.1%
Public transit
1.2%
Work from home
10.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bannock County

What it costs to live in Bannock County each month.

Single person
$2,802
per month
  • Rent $868
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $411
  • State tax $170
Couple
$4,265
per month
  • Rent $1,139
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $719
  • State tax $310
Family
$6,855
per month
  • Rent $1,596
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $719
  • State tax $310

Frequently asked questions about Bannock County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bannock County?

In Bannock County, ID, a one-bedroom apartment averages $868 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,139 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,596 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bannock County?

In Bannock County, ID, the average household income is $64,080 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,180 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bannock County?

The estimated cost of living in Bannock County, ID is approximately $2,802 per month for a single person, $4,265 for a couple, $6,855 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bannock County?

The combined sales tax rate in Bannock County, ID is 6.03%, which includes the Idaho state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.03%.

Is Bannock County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bannock County, ID would need approximately $2,802 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,080 per year ($5,340 per month). Bannock County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bannock County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bannock County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bannock County?

The average home value in Bannock County, ID is $267,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,918, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bannock County compare to other areas?

You can compare Bannock County, ID with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Bannock County is in the Pocatello, ID metro area.

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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