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Cost of living in Harney County, OR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,486/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,515 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $350 14%
Federal tax $293 12%
Transport $250 10%
State tax $179 7%
Energy $163 7%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Harney County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Harney County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,338
per year
Individual earnings
$28,017
per year
Per capita
$27,919
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Harney County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$190,600
Annual property tax
$1,845

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Harney County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$117
per month · 13¢/kWh
Natural gas
$46
per month
Annual total
$1,956
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Harney County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.0%

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 Harney County

State and local tax rates for Oregon.

State income tax
9.9%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
0.0%
Combined sales tax
0.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Harney County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.3 min
Drive alone
69.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
12.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Harney County

What it costs to live in Harney County each month.

Single person
$2,486
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $163
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $350
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $293
  • State tax $179
Couple
$3,788
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $196
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $580
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $468
  • State tax $327
Family
$6,311
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $244
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $880
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $468
  • State tax $327

Frequently asked questions about Harney County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Harney County?

In Harney County, OR, 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 Harney County?

In Harney County, OR, the average household income is $48,338 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,017 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Harney County?

The estimated cost of living in Harney County, OR is approximately $2,486 per month for a single person, $3,788 for a couple, $6,311 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Harney County?

The combined sales tax rate in Harney County, OR is 0.00%, which includes the Oregon state rate of 0.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Harney County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Harney County, OR would need approximately $2,486 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,338 per year ($4,028 per month). Harney County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Harney County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Harney County, OR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Harney County?

The average home value in Harney County, OR is $190,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,845, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Harney 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