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Cost of living in Henry County, OH

Estimated monthly cost
$2,680/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 27,581 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $716 27%
Federal tax $558 21%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $194 7%
Water $50 2%
State tax $42 2%

Rent in Henry County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$653
per month
1 bedroom
$716
per month
2 bedroom
$884
per month
3 bedroom
$1,151
per month
4 bedroom
$1,460
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Henry County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$79,267
per year
Individual earnings
$44,189
per year
Per capita
$40,050
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Henry County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$166,000
Annual property tax
$1,954

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Henry County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$131
per month · 15.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$63
per month
Annual total
$2,328
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Henry County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.3%

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 Henry County

State and local tax rates for Ohio.

State income tax
3.5%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.8%
Combined sales tax
7.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Henry County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.8 min
Drive alone
84.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Henry County

What it costs to live in Henry County each month.

Single person
$2,680
per month
  • Rent $716
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $558
  • State tax $42
Couple
$4,080
per month
  • Rent $884
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $967
  • State tax $122
Family
$6,476
per month
  • Rent $1,151
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $967
  • State tax $122

Frequently asked questions about Henry County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Henry County?

In Henry County, OH, a one-bedroom apartment averages $716 per month, a two-bedroom averages $884 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,151 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Henry County?

In Henry County, OH, the average household income is $79,267 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,189 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Henry County?

The estimated cost of living in Henry County, OH is approximately $2,680 per month for a single person, $4,080 for a couple, $6,476 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Henry County?

The combined sales tax rate in Henry County, OH is 7.24%, which includes the Ohio state rate of 5.75% plus an average local rate of 1.49%.

Is Henry County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Henry County, OH would need approximately $2,680 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $79,267 per year ($6,606 per month). Henry County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Henry County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Henry County, OH is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Henry County?

The average home value in Henry County, OH is $166,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,954, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Henry 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