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Cost of living in Hinsdale County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,686/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 939 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $864 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $472 18%
Groceries $359 13%
Energy $158 6%
Transport $150 6%
State tax $143 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Hinsdale County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$857
per month
1 bedroom
$864
per month
2 bedroom
$1,100
per month
3 bedroom
$1,405
per month
4 bedroom
$1,759
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hinsdale County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,327
per year
Individual earnings
$38,897
per year
Per capita
$46,490
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hinsdale County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$438,800
Annual property tax
$1,286

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hinsdale 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 Hinsdale County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

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 Hinsdale 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 Hinsdale County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
6.8 min
Drive alone
49.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
17.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hinsdale County

What it costs to live in Hinsdale County each month.

Single person
$2,686
per month
  • Rent $864
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $472
  • State tax $143
Couple
$3,978
per month
  • Rent $1,100
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $723
  • State tax $236
Family
$6,419
per month
  • Rent $1,405
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $723
  • State tax $236

Frequently asked questions about Hinsdale County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hinsdale County?

In Hinsdale County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $864 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,100 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,405 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hinsdale County?

In Hinsdale County, CO, the average household income is $64,327 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,897 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hinsdale County?

The estimated cost of living in Hinsdale County, CO is approximately $2,686 per month for a single person, $3,978 for a couple, $6,419 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hinsdale County?

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

Is Hinsdale County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hinsdale County, CO would need approximately $2,686 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,327 per year ($5,361 per month). Hinsdale County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hinsdale County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hinsdale County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hinsdale County?

The average home value in Hinsdale County, CO is $438,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,286, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hinsdale 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