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Cost of living in Clark County, ID

Estimated monthly cost
$2,547/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 776 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $727 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $377 15%
Groceries $331 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $162 6%
State tax $160 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Clark 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 Clark County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,083
per year
Individual earnings
$33,125
per year
Per capita
$22,917
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Clark County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$203,000
Annual property tax
$592

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Clark 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 Clark County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.4%

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 Clark 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 Clark County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.7 min
Drive alone
55.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Clark County

What it costs to live in Clark County each month.

Single person
$2,547
per month
  • Rent $727
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $377
  • State tax $160
Couple
$3,735
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $523
  • State tax $252
Family
$6,242
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $523
  • State tax $252

Frequently asked questions about Clark County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Clark County?

In Clark 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 Clark County?

In Clark County, ID, the average household income is $52,083 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,125 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Clark County?

The estimated cost of living in Clark County, ID is approximately $2,547 per month for a single person, $3,735 for a couple, $6,242 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Clark County?

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

Is Clark County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Clark County, ID would need approximately $2,547 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,083 per year ($4,340 per month). Clark County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Clark County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Clark County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Clark County?

The average home value in Clark County, ID is $203,000, with average annual property taxes of $592, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Clark 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