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Cost of living in Lander County, NV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,855/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,745 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $845 30%
Federal tax $708 25%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $343 12%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $169 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Lander County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$807
per month
1 bedroom
$845
per month
2 bedroom
$1,108
per month
3 bedroom
$1,446
per month
4 bedroom
$1,861
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lander County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$84,474
per year
Individual earnings
$53,350
per year
Per capita
$38,889
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lander County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$210,500
Annual property tax
$1,336

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lander County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$129
per month · 14.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$40
per month
Annual total
$2,028
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Lander County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.1%

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 Lander County

State and local tax rates for Nevada.

No state income tax
Nevada does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.8%
Combined sales tax
8.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Lander County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.0 min
Drive alone
67.2%
Public transit
15.6%
Work from home
0.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lander County

What it costs to live in Lander County each month.

Single person
$2,855
per month
  • Rent $845
  • Energy $169
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $343
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $708
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,216
per month
  • Rent $1,108
  • Energy $203
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $568
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,053
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,700
per month
  • Rent $1,446
  • Energy $254
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $862
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,053
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Lander County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lander County?

In Lander County, NV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $845 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,108 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,446 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lander County?

In Lander County, NV, the average household income is $84,474 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $53,350 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lander County?

The estimated cost of living in Lander County, NV is approximately $2,855 per month for a single person, $4,216 for a couple, $6,700 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lander County?

The combined sales tax rate in Lander County, NV is 8.23%, which includes the Nevada state rate of 6.85% plus an average local rate of 1.38%.

Is Lander County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lander County, NV would need approximately $2,855 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $84,474 per year ($7,040 per month). Lander County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Lander County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lander County, NV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lander County?

The average home value in Lander County, NV is $210,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,336, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lander 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