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Cost of living in Grant County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,781/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 100,428 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $916 33%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $479 17%
Groceries $369 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Grant County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$910
per month
1 bedroom
$916
per month
2 bedroom
$1,176
per month
3 bedroom
$1,648
per month
4 bedroom
$1,975
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Grant County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,115
per year
Individual earnings
$39,319
per year
Per capita
$32,241
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Grant County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$275,700
Annual property tax
$2,268

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Grant 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 Grant County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.3%

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 Grant 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 Grant County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.1 min
Drive alone
73.6%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
9.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Grant County

What it costs to live in Grant County each month.

Single person
$2,781
per month
  • Rent $916
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $479
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,163
per month
  • Rent $1,176
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $834
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,801
per month
  • Rent $1,648
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $834
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Grant County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Grant County?

In Grant County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $916 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,176 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,648 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Grant County?

In Grant County, WA, the average household income is $71,115 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,319 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Grant County?

The estimated cost of living in Grant County, WA is approximately $2,781 per month for a single person, $4,163 for a couple, $6,801 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Grant County?

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

Is Grant County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Grant County, WA would need approximately $2,781 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,115 per year ($5,926 per month). Grant County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Grant County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Grant County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Grant County?

The average home value in Grant County, WA is $275,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,268, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Grant 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