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Cost of living in Hendry County, FL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,568/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 40,798 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 33%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $391 15%
Groceries $352 14%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $197 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hendry County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$839
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$965
per month
3 bedroom
$1,277
per month
4 bedroom
$1,571
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hendry County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,044
per year
Individual earnings
$33,995
per year
Per capita
$26,234
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hendry County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$189,700
Annual property tax
$1,519

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hendry 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 Hendry County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.6%

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 Hendry 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 Hendry County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.7 min
Drive alone
66.6%
Public transit
3.0%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hendry County

What it costs to live in Hendry County each month.

Single person
$2,568
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $352
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $391
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,601
per month
  • Rent $965
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $583
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $538
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,071
per month
  • Rent $1,277
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $885
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $538
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hendry County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hendry County?

In Hendry County, FL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $965 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,277 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hendry County?

In Hendry County, FL, the average household income is $53,044 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,995 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hendry County?

The estimated cost of living in Hendry County, FL is approximately $2,568 per month for a single person, $3,601 for a couple, $6,071 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hendry County?

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

Is Hendry County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hendry County, FL would need approximately $2,568 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,044 per year ($4,420 per month). Hendry County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hendry County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hendry County, FL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hendry County?

The average home value in Hendry County, FL is $189,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,519, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hendry County compare to other areas?

You can compare Hendry County, FL with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Hendry 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