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Cost of living in Glades County, FL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,662/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,324 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $922 35%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $352 13%
Federal tax $336 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $197 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Glades County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$917
per month
1 bedroom
$922
per month
2 bedroom
$1,061
per month
3 bedroom
$1,281
per month
4 bedroom
$1,418
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Glades County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$38,905
per year
Individual earnings
$30,620
per year
Per capita
$25,697
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Glades County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$114,800
Annual property tax
$1,163

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Glades 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 Glades County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.4%

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 Glades 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 Glades County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.7 min
Drive alone
72.7%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
4.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Glades County

What it costs to live in Glades County each month.

Single person
$2,662
per month
  • Rent $922
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $352
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $336
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,558
per month
  • Rent $1,061
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $583
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $329
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,936
per month
  • Rent $1,281
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $885
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $329
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Glades County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Glades County?

In Glades County, FL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $922 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,061 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,281 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Glades County?

In Glades County, FL, the average household income is $38,905 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,620 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Glades County?

The estimated cost of living in Glades County, FL is approximately $2,662 per month for a single person, $3,558 for a couple, $5,936 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Glades County?

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

Is Glades County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Glades County, FL would need approximately $2,662 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $38,905 per year ($3,242 per month). Glades County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Glades County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Glades County, FL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Glades County?

The average home value in Glades County, FL is $114,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,163, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Glades County compare to other areas?

You can compare Glades County, FL with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Glades County is in the Clewiston, FL metro area.

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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