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Cost of living in Lewis County, ID

Estimated monthly cost
$2,650/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,649 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $415 16%
Groceries $331 12%
Transport $320 12%
State tax $171 6%
Energy $162 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Lewis County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lewis County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,643
per year
Individual earnings
$35,459
per year
Per capita
$29,737
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lewis County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$202,400
Annual property tax
$1,348

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lewis 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 Lewis County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.5%

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 Lewis 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 Lewis County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.8 min
Drive alone
74.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lewis County

What it costs to live in Lewis County each month.

Single person
$2,650
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $415
  • State tax $171
Couple
$3,757
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $240
Family
$6,264
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $240

Frequently asked questions about Lewis County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lewis County?

In Lewis County, ID, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lewis County?

In Lewis County, ID, the average household income is $49,643 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,459 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lewis County?

The estimated cost of living in Lewis County, ID is approximately $2,650 per month for a single person, $3,757 for a couple, $6,264 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lewis County?

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

Is Lewis County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lewis County, ID would need approximately $2,650 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,643 per year ($4,137 per month). Lewis County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lewis County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lewis County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lewis County?

The average home value in Lewis County, ID is $202,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,348, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lewis 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