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Cost of living in Bear Lake County, ID

Estimated monthly cost
$2,664/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,552 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $727 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $413 16%
Groceries $331 12%
Transport $320 12%
State tax $171 6%
Energy $162 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Bear Lake County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$719
per month
1 bedroom
$727
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bear Lake County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,304
per year
Individual earnings
$35,322
per year
Per capita
$32,301
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bear Lake County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$234,200
Annual property tax
$1,061

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bear Lake 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 Bear Lake County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.7%

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 Bear Lake 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 Bear Lake County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.9 min
Drive alone
76.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bear Lake County

What it costs to live in Bear Lake County each month.

Single person
$2,664
per month
  • Rent $727
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $413
  • State tax $171
Couple
$4,126
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $771
  • State tax $325
Family
$6,633
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $771
  • State tax $325

Frequently asked questions about Bear Lake County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bear Lake County?

In Bear Lake County, ID, a one-bedroom apartment averages $727 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bear Lake County?

In Bear Lake County, ID, the average household income is $67,304 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,322 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bear Lake County?

The estimated cost of living in Bear Lake County, ID is approximately $2,664 per month for a single person, $4,126 for a couple, $6,633 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bear Lake County?

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

Is Bear Lake County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bear Lake County, ID would need approximately $2,664 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,304 per year ($5,609 per month). Bear Lake County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Bear Lake County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bear Lake County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bear Lake County?

The average home value in Bear Lake County, ID is $234,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,061, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bear Lake 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