Cost of living in Modoc County, CA
Population 8,646 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Modoc County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Modoc County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Modoc County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Modoc County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Modoc County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Modoc County
State and local tax rates for California.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Modoc County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Modoc County
What it costs to live in Modoc County each month.
- Rent $886
- Energy $217
- Water $60
- Groceries $397
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $413
- State tax $68
- Rent $1,054
- Energy $260
- Water $70
- Groceries $658
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $597
- State tax $173
- Rent $1,270
- Energy $326
- Water $85
- Groceries $998
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $597
- State tax $173
Frequently asked questions about Modoc County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Modoc County?
In Modoc County, CA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $886 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,054 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,270 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Modoc County?
In Modoc County, CA, the average household income is $56,648 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,288 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Modoc County?
The estimated cost of living in Modoc County, CA is approximately $2,841 per month for a single person, $4,096 for a couple, $6,519 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Modoc County?
The combined sales tax rate in Modoc County, CA is 8.85%, which includes the California state rate of 7.25% plus an average local rate of 1.60%.
Is Modoc County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Modoc County, CA would need approximately $2,841 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,648 per year ($4,721 per month). Modoc County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Modoc County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Modoc County, CA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Modoc County?
The average home value in Modoc County, CA is $212,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,445, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Modoc 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