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Cost of living in Idaho County, ID

Estimated monthly cost
$2,705/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,120 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $741 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $434 16%
Groceries $331 12%
Transport $320 12%
State tax $177 7%
Energy $162 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Idaho County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$667
per month
1 bedroom
$741
per month
2 bedroom
$972
per month
3 bedroom
$1,347
per month
4 bedroom
$1,632
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Idaho County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,975
per year
Individual earnings
$36,630
per year
Per capita
$32,073
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Idaho County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$284,600
Annual property tax
$974

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Idaho County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$110
per month · 11.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,944
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Idaho County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.3%

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 Idaho County

State and local tax rates for Idaho.

State income tax
5.8%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Idaho County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.7 min
Drive alone
72.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Idaho County

What it costs to live in Idaho County each month.

Single person
$2,705
per month
  • Rent $741
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $434
  • State tax $177
Couple
$4,032
per month
  • Rent $972
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $668
  • State tax $295
Family
$6,540
per month
  • Rent $1,347
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $668
  • State tax $295

Frequently asked questions about Idaho County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Idaho County?

In Idaho County, ID, a one-bedroom apartment averages $741 per month, a two-bedroom averages $972 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,347 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Idaho County?

In Idaho County, ID, the average household income is $60,975 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,630 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Idaho County?

The estimated cost of living in Idaho County, ID is approximately $2,705 per month for a single person, $4,032 for a couple, $6,540 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Idaho County?

The combined sales tax rate in Idaho County, ID is 6.03%, which includes the Idaho state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.03%.

Is Idaho County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Idaho County, ID would need approximately $2,705 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,975 per year ($5,081 per month). Idaho County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Idaho County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Idaho County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Idaho County?

The average home value in Idaho County, ID is $284,600, with average annual property taxes of $974, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Idaho 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