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Cost of living in Ferry County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,370/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,326 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 30%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $369 16%
Federal tax $343 14%
Transport $250 11%
Energy $157 7%
Water $60 3%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Ferry County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$652
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,553
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ferry County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,650
per year
Individual earnings
$31,054
per year
Per capita
$33,322
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ferry County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$274,500
Annual property tax
$1,792

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ferry County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$109
per month · 11.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$48
per month
Annual total
$1,884
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Ferry County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.5%

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 Ferry County

State and local tax rates for Washington.

No state income tax
Washington does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
10.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Ferry County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.1 min
Drive alone
67.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
14.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ferry County

What it costs to live in Ferry County each month.

Single person
$2,370
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $343
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,580
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $564
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,120
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $564
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Ferry County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ferry County?

In Ferry County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 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 Ferry County?

In Ferry County, WA, the average household income is $54,650 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,054 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ferry County?

The estimated cost of living in Ferry County, WA is approximately $2,370 per month for a single person, $3,580 for a couple, $6,120 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ferry County?

The combined sales tax rate in Ferry County, WA is 10.23%, which includes the Washington state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 3.73%.

Is Ferry County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ferry County, WA would need approximately $2,370 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,650 per year ($4,554 per month). Ferry County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Ferry County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ferry County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ferry County?

The average home value in Ferry County, WA is $274,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,792, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ferry 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