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Cost of living in Levy County, FL

Part of the Gainesville Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,655/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 44,276 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $855 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $396 15%
Groceries $352 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $197 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Levy County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$727
per month
1 bedroom
$855
per month
2 bedroom
$989
per month
3 bedroom
$1,281
per month
4 bedroom
$1,358
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Levy County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,805
per year
Individual earnings
$34,283
per year
Per capita
$30,739
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Levy County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$171,400
Annual property tax
$1,110

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Levy County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$176
per month · 16¢/kWh
Natural gas
$21
per month
Annual total
$2,364
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Levy County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.9%

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 Levy County

State and local tax rates for Florida.

No state income tax
Florida does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Levy County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.6 min
Drive alone
79.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Levy County

What it costs to live in Levy County each month.

Single person
$2,655
per month
  • Rent $855
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $352
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $396
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,707
per month
  • Rent $989
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $583
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,157
per month
  • Rent $1,281
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $885
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Levy County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Levy County?

In Levy County, FL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $855 per month, a two-bedroom averages $989 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,281 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Levy County?

In Levy County, FL, the average household income is $53,805 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,283 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Levy County?

The estimated cost of living in Levy County, FL is approximately $2,655 per month for a single person, $3,707 for a couple, $6,157 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Levy County?

The combined sales tax rate in Levy County, FL is 7.01%, which includes the Florida state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 1.01%.

Is Levy County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Levy County, FL would need approximately $2,655 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,805 per year ($4,484 per month). Levy County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Levy County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Levy County, FL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Levy County?

The average home value in Levy County, FL is $171,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,110, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Levy 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