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Cost of living in Holmes County, OH

Estimated monthly cost
$2,397/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 44,312 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $674 28%
Federal tax $496 21%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $320 13%
Energy $194 8%
Transport $150 6%
Water $50 2%
State tax $33 1%

Rent in Holmes County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$664
per month
1 bedroom
$674
per month
2 bedroom
$884
per month
3 bedroom
$1,087
per month
4 bedroom
$1,172
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Holmes County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,774
per year
Individual earnings
$40,366
per year
Per capita
$30,501
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Holmes County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$251,800
Annual property tax
$2,802

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Holmes 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 Holmes County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
42.3%

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 Holmes 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 Holmes County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.5 min
Drive alone
48.9%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
7.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Holmes County

What it costs to live in Holmes County each month.

Single person
$2,397
per month
  • Rent $674
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $496
  • State tax $33
Couple
$3,777
per month
  • Rent $884
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $894
  • State tax $112
Family
$6,089
per month
  • Rent $1,087
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $894
  • State tax $112

Frequently asked questions about Holmes County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Holmes County?

In Holmes County, OH, a one-bedroom apartment averages $674 per month, a two-bedroom averages $884 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,087 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Holmes County?

In Holmes County, OH, the average household income is $74,774 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,366 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Holmes County?

The estimated cost of living in Holmes County, OH is approximately $2,397 per month for a single person, $3,777 for a couple, $6,089 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Holmes County?

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

Is Holmes County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Holmes County, OH would need approximately $2,397 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,774 per year ($6,231 per month). Holmes County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Holmes County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Holmes County, OH is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 42.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Holmes County?

The average home value in Holmes County, OH is $251,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,802, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Holmes 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