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Cost of living in Kit Carson County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,877/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,015 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $824 29%
Federal tax $522 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $359 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $158 5%
State tax $154 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Kit Carson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$819
per month
1 bedroom
$824
per month
2 bedroom
$1,081
per month
3 bedroom
$1,302
per month
4 bedroom
$1,644
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kit Carson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,810
per year
Individual earnings
$41,953
per year
Per capita
$37,807
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kit Carson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$221,400
Annual property tax
$1,141

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kit Carson 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 Kit Carson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.8%

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 Kit Carson 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 Kit Carson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.2 min
Drive alone
79.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kit Carson County

What it costs to live in Kit Carson County each month.

Single person
$2,877
per month
  • Rent $824
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $522
  • State tax $154
Couple
$4,088
per month
  • Rent $1,081
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $649
  • State tax $219
Family
$6,465
per month
  • Rent $1,302
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $649
  • State tax $219

Frequently asked questions about Kit Carson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kit Carson County?

In Kit Carson County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $824 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,081 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,302 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kit Carson County?

In Kit Carson County, CO, the average household income is $59,810 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,953 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kit Carson County?

The estimated cost of living in Kit Carson County, CO is approximately $2,877 per month for a single person, $4,088 for a couple, $6,465 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kit Carson County?

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

Is Kit Carson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kit Carson County, CO would need approximately $2,877 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,810 per year ($4,984 per month). Kit Carson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Kit Carson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kit Carson County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kit Carson County?

The average home value in Kit Carson County, CO is $221,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,141, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kit Carson 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