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Cost of living in Manatee County, FL

Part of the North Port Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,494/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 416,020 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,580 45%
Federal tax $510 15%
Healthcare $480 14%
Groceries $352 10%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $197 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Manatee County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,266
per month
1 bedroom
$1,580
per month
2 bedroom
$1,846
per month
3 bedroom
$2,425
per month
4 bedroom
$2,903
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Manatee County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,792
per year
Individual earnings
$41,249
per year
Per capita
$44,867
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Manatee County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$359,800
Annual property tax
$2,853

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Manatee 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 Manatee County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.7%

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 Manatee 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 Manatee County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.3 min
Drive alone
71.0%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
14.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Manatee County

What it costs to live in Manatee County each month.

Single person
$3,494
per month
  • Rent $1,580
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $352
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $510
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,924
per month
  • Rent $1,846
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $583
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $910
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,661
per month
  • Rent $2,425
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $885
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $910
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Manatee County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Manatee County?

In Manatee County, FL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,580 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,846 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,425 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Manatee County?

In Manatee County, FL, the average household income is $75,792 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,249 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Manatee County?

The estimated cost of living in Manatee County, FL is approximately $3,494 per month for a single person, $4,924 for a couple, $7,661 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Manatee County?

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

Is Manatee County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Manatee County, FL would need approximately $3,494 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,792 per year ($6,316 per month). Manatee County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Manatee County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Manatee County, FL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Manatee County?

The average home value in Manatee County, FL is $359,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,853, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Manatee County compare to other areas?

You can compare Manatee County, FL with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Manatee County is in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL 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