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Cost of living in Okanogan County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,566/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 42,811 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $830 32%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $420 16%
Groceries $369 14%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Okanogan County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$722
per month
1 bedroom
$830
per month
2 bedroom
$1,053
per month
3 bedroom
$1,433
per month
4 bedroom
$1,645
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Okanogan County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,293
per year
Individual earnings
$35,732
per year
Per capita
$31,905
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Okanogan County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$284,200
Annual property tax
$2,194

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Okanogan County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$109
per month · 11.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$48
per month
Annual total
$1,884
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Okanogan County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.9%

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 Okanogan County

State and local tax rates for Washington.

No state income tax
Washington does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
10.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Okanogan County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.2 min
Drive alone
63.9%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
14.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Okanogan County

What it costs to live in Okanogan County each month.

Single person
$2,566
per month
  • Rent $830
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $420
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,793
per month
  • Rent $1,053
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,339
per month
  • Rent $1,433
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Okanogan County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Okanogan County?

In Okanogan County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $830 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,053 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,433 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Okanogan County?

In Okanogan County, WA, the average household income is $60,293 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,732 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Okanogan County?

The estimated cost of living in Okanogan County, WA is approximately $2,566 per month for a single person, $3,793 for a couple, $6,339 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Okanogan County?

The combined sales tax rate in Okanogan County, WA is 10.23%, which includes the Washington state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 3.73%.

Is Okanogan County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Okanogan County, WA would need approximately $2,566 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,293 per year ($5,024 per month). Okanogan County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Okanogan County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Okanogan County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Okanogan County?

The average home value in Okanogan County, WA is $284,200, with average annual property taxes of $2,194, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Okanogan 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