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Cost of living in Mariposa County, CA

Estimated monthly cost
$3,132/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,060 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,119 36%
Federal tax $516 16%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $397 13%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $217 7%
State tax $93 3%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Mariposa County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$928
per month
1 bedroom
$1,119
per month
2 bedroom
$1,338
per month
3 bedroom
$1,875
per month
4 bedroom
$2,247
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Mariposa County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,378
per year
Individual earnings
$41,626
per year
Per capita
$39,798
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Mariposa County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$358,000
Annual property tax
$2,437

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Mariposa 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 Mariposa County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.5%

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 Mariposa 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 Mariposa County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.7 min
Drive alone
59.7%
Public transit
2.1%
Work from home
14.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Mariposa County

What it costs to live in Mariposa County each month.

Single person
$3,132
per month
  • Rent $1,119
  • Energy $217
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $397
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $93
Couple
$4,511
per month
  • Rent $1,338
  • Energy $260
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $658
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $740
  • State tax $231
Family
$7,255
per month
  • Rent $1,875
  • Energy $326
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $998
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $740
  • State tax $231

Frequently asked questions about Mariposa County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Mariposa County?

In Mariposa County, CA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,119 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,338 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,875 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Mariposa County?

In Mariposa County, CA, the average household income is $65,378 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,626 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Mariposa County?

The estimated cost of living in Mariposa County, CA is approximately $3,132 per month for a single person, $4,511 for a couple, $7,255 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Mariposa County?

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

Is Mariposa County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Mariposa County, CA would need approximately $3,132 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,378 per year ($5,448 per month). Mariposa County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Mariposa County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Mariposa County, CA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Mariposa County?

The average home value in Mariposa County, CA is $358,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,437, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Mariposa 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