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Cost of living in Dixie County, FL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,420/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 16,952 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $352 15%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $305 13%
Energy $197 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Dixie County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,195
per month
4 bedroom
$1,247
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dixie County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,655
per year
Individual earnings
$28,734
per year
Per capita
$21,699
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dixie County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$96,900
Annual property tax
$715

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dixie County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$176
per month · 16¢/kWh
Natural gas
$21
per month
Annual total
$2,364
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Dixie County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.7%

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 Dixie County

State and local tax rates for Florida.

No state income tax
Florida does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Dixie County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.4 min
Drive alone
74.1%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
4.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dixie County

What it costs to live in Dixie County each month.

Single person
$2,420
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $352
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $305
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,559
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $583
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,979
per month
  • Rent $1,195
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $885
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Dixie County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dixie County?

In Dixie County, FL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,195 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dixie County?

In Dixie County, FL, the average household income is $47,655 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,734 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dixie County?

The estimated cost of living in Dixie County, FL is approximately $2,420 per month for a single person, $3,559 for a couple, $5,979 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dixie County?

The combined sales tax rate in Dixie County, FL is 7.01%, which includes the Florida state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 1.01%.

Is Dixie County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dixie County, FL would need approximately $2,420 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,655 per year ($3,971 per month). Dixie County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Dixie County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dixie County, FL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dixie County?

The average home value in Dixie County, FL is $96,900, with average annual property taxes of $715, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dixie 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