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Cost of living in Madera County, CA

Part of the Fresno Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,022/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 158,790 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,106 37%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $397 13%
Federal tax $381 13%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $217 7%
State tax $61 2%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Madera County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,099
per month
1 bedroom
$1,106
per month
2 bedroom
$1,433
per month
3 bedroom
$2,008
per month
4 bedroom
$2,293
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Madera County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,496
per year
Individual earnings
$33,343
per year
Per capita
$29,698
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Madera County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$367,700
Annual property tax
$2,575

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Madera County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$167
per month · 30.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$50
per month
Annual total
$2,604
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Madera County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.5%

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 Madera County

State and local tax rates for California.

State income tax
13.3%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
7.3%
Combined sales tax
8.8%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Madera County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.4 min
Drive alone
72.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
8.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Madera County

What it costs to live in Madera County each month.

Single person
$3,022
per month
  • Rent $1,106
  • Energy $217
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $397
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $381
  • State tax $61
Couple
$4,917
per month
  • Rent $1,433
  • Energy $260
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $658
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $906
  • State tax $306
Family
$7,699
per month
  • Rent $2,008
  • Energy $326
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $998
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $906
  • State tax $306

Frequently asked questions about Madera County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Madera County?

In Madera County, CA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,106 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,433 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,008 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Madera County?

In Madera County, CA, the average household income is $75,496 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,343 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Madera County?

The estimated cost of living in Madera County, CA is approximately $3,022 per month for a single person, $4,917 for a couple, $7,699 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Madera County?

The combined sales tax rate in Madera County, CA is 8.85%, which includes the California state rate of 7.25% plus an average local rate of 1.60%.

Is Madera County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Madera County, CA would need approximately $3,022 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,496 per year ($6,291 per month). Madera County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Madera County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Madera County, CA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Madera County?

The average home value in Madera County, CA is $367,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,575, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Madera County compare to other areas?

You can compare Madera County, CA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Madera County is in the Fresno, CA metro area.

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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