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Cost of living in Dolores County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$3,115/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,385 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $927 30%
Federal tax $632 20%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $359 12%
Transport $320 10%
State tax $179 6%
Energy $158 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Dolores County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$799
per month
1 bedroom
$927
per month
2 bedroom
$1,026
per month
3 bedroom
$1,311
per month
4 bedroom
$1,641
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dolores County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,490
per year
Individual earnings
$48,708
per year
Per capita
$42,092
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dolores County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$231,900
Annual property tax
$558

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dolores 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 Dolores County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.7%

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 Dolores 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 Dolores County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.8 min
Drive alone
74.0%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
11.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dolores County

What it costs to live in Dolores County each month.

Single person
$3,115
per month
  • Rent $927
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $632
  • State tax $179
Couple
$4,247
per month
  • Rent $1,026
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $824
  • State tax $258
Family
$6,688
per month
  • Rent $1,311
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $824
  • State tax $258

Frequently asked questions about Dolores County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dolores County?

In Dolores County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $927 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,026 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,311 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dolores County?

In Dolores County, CO, the average household income is $70,490 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $48,708 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dolores County?

The estimated cost of living in Dolores County, CO is approximately $3,115 per month for a single person, $4,247 for a couple, $6,688 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dolores County?

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

Is Dolores County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dolores County, CO would need approximately $3,115 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,490 per year ($5,874 per month). Dolores County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Dolores County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dolores County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dolores County?

The average home value in Dolores County, CO is $231,900, with average annual property taxes of $558, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dolores 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