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Cost of living in Las Animas County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,719/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,392 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $861 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $420 15%
Groceries $359 13%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $158 6%
State tax $131 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Las Animas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$767
per month
1 bedroom
$861
per month
2 bedroom
$1,118
per month
3 bedroom
$1,361
per month
4 bedroom
$1,482
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Las Animas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,408
per year
Individual earnings
$35,738
per year
Per capita
$30,623
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Las Animas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$214,500
Annual property tax
$524

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Las Animas 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 Las Animas County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

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 Las Animas 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 Las Animas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.5 min
Drive alone
66.8%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
10.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Las Animas County

What it costs to live in Las Animas County each month.

Single person
$2,719
per month
  • Rent $861
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $420
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,870
per month
  • Rent $1,118
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $498
  • State tax $185
Family
$6,269
per month
  • Rent $1,361
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $498
  • State tax $185

Frequently asked questions about Las Animas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Las Animas County?

In Las Animas County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $861 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,118 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,361 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Las Animas County?

In Las Animas County, CO, the average household income is $50,408 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,738 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Las Animas County?

The estimated cost of living in Las Animas County, CO is approximately $2,719 per month for a single person, $3,870 for a couple, $6,269 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Las Animas County?

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

Is Las Animas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Las Animas County, CO would need approximately $2,719 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,408 per year ($4,201 per month). Las Animas County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Las Animas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Las Animas County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Las Animas County?

The average home value in Las Animas County, CO is $214,500, with average annual property taxes of $524, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Las Animas 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