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Cost of living in Gunnison County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$3,010/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,158 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,083 36%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $476 16%
Groceries $359 12%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $158 5%
State tax $144 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Gunnison County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,000
per month
1 bedroom
$1,083
per month
2 bedroom
$1,326
per month
3 bedroom
$1,858
per month
4 bedroom
$2,246
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Gunnison County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$77,358
per year
Individual earnings
$39,179
per year
Per capita
$47,042
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Gunnison County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$597,200
Annual property tax
$1,683

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Gunnison 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 Gunnison County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.2%

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 Gunnison 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 Gunnison County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.9 min
Drive alone
51.1%
Public transit
6.1%
Work from home
13.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Gunnison County

What it costs to live in Gunnison County each month.

Single person
$3,010
per month
  • Rent $1,083
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $476
  • State tax $144
Couple
$4,615
per month
  • Rent $1,326
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $936
  • State tax $284
Family
$7,303
per month
  • Rent $1,858
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $936
  • State tax $284

Frequently asked questions about Gunnison County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Gunnison County?

In Gunnison County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,083 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,326 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,858 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Gunnison County?

In Gunnison County, CO, the average household income is $77,358 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,179 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Gunnison County?

The estimated cost of living in Gunnison County, CO is approximately $3,010 per month for a single person, $4,615 for a couple, $7,303 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Gunnison County?

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

Is Gunnison County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Gunnison County, CO would need approximately $3,010 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $77,358 per year ($6,447 per month). Gunnison County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Gunnison County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Gunnison County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Gunnison County?

The average home value in Gunnison County, CO is $597,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,683, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Gunnison 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