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Cost of living in Custer County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,941/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,073 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $794 27%
Federal tax $656 22%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $359 12%
Transport $250 9%
State tax $184 6%
Energy $158 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Custer County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$789
per month
1 bedroom
$794
per month
2 bedroom
$1,042
per month
3 bedroom
$1,331
per month
4 bedroom
$1,667
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Custer County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,700
per year
Individual earnings
$50,150
per year
Per capita
$43,529
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Custer County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$358,800
Annual property tax
$1,300

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Custer County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$106
per month · 15.2¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,896
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Custer County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.8%

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 Custer County

State and local tax rates for Colorado.

State income tax
4.4%
Flat rate
State sales tax
2.9%
Combined sales tax
7.8%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Custer County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.9 min
Drive alone
68.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
17.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Custer County

What it costs to live in Custer County each month.

Single person
$2,941
per month
  • Rent $794
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $656
  • State tax $184
Couple
$4,238
per month
  • Rent $1,042
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $860
  • State tax $267
Family
$6,683
per month
  • Rent $1,331
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $860
  • State tax $267

Frequently asked questions about Custer County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Custer County?

In Custer County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $794 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,042 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,331 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Custer County?

In Custer County, CO, the average household income is $72,700 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $50,150 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Custer County?

The estimated cost of living in Custer County, CO is approximately $2,941 per month for a single person, $4,238 for a couple, $6,683 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Custer County?

The combined sales tax rate in Custer County, CO is 7.77%, which includes the Colorado state rate of 2.90% plus an average local rate of 4.87%.

Is Custer County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Custer County, CO would need approximately $2,941 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,700 per year ($6,058 per month). Custer County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Custer County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Custer County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Custer County?

The average home value in Custer County, CO is $358,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Custer 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