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Cost of living in Nowata County, OK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,616/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,392 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $694 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $429 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $310 12%
Energy $184 7%
State tax $144 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Nowata County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$678
per month
1 bedroom
$694
per month
2 bedroom
$910
per month
3 bedroom
$1,178
per month
4 bedroom
$1,528
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Nowata County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,679
per year
Individual earnings
$36,296
per year
Per capita
$30,575
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nowata County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$121,900
Annual property tax
$860

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nowata County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$136
per month · 13¢/kWh
Natural gas
$48
per month
Annual total
$2,208
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Nowata County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.6%

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 Nowata County

State and local tax rates for Oklahoma.

State income tax
4.8%
Flat rate
State sales tax
4.5%
Combined sales tax
9.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Nowata County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.9 min
Drive alone
76.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
9.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nowata County

What it costs to live in Nowata County each month.

Single person
$2,616
per month
  • Rent $694
  • Energy $184
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $310
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $429
  • State tax $144
Couple
$3,735
per month
  • Rent $910
  • Energy $221
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $514
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $532
  • State tax $209
Family
$6,119
per month
  • Rent $1,178
  • Energy $276
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $779
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $532
  • State tax $209

Frequently asked questions about Nowata County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Nowata County?

In Nowata County, OK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $694 per month, a two-bedroom averages $910 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,178 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Nowata County?

In Nowata County, OK, the average household income is $52,679 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,296 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Nowata County?

The estimated cost of living in Nowata County, OK is approximately $2,616 per month for a single person, $3,735 for a couple, $6,119 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Nowata County?

The combined sales tax rate in Nowata County, OK is 8.97%, which includes the Oklahoma state rate of 4.50% plus an average local rate of 4.47%.

Is Nowata County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Nowata County, OK would need approximately $2,616 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,679 per year ($4,390 per month). Nowata County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Nowata County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nowata County, OK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Nowata County?

The average home value in Nowata County, OK is $121,900, with average annual property taxes of $860, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Nowata 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