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Okeechobee, FL

Cost of living in Okeechobee County, FL

Estimated monthly cost
$2,662/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 40,249 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $848 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $410 15%
Groceries $352 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $197 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Okeechobee County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$842
per month
1 bedroom
$848
per month
2 bedroom
$1,112
per month
3 bedroom
$1,364
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Okeechobee County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,288
per year
Individual earnings
$35,151
per year
Per capita
$27,836
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Okeechobee County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$179,000
Annual property tax
$1,349

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.3%

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 Okeechobee 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 Okeechobee County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.0 min
Drive alone
73.4%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Okeechobee County

What it costs to live in Okeechobee County each month.

Single person
$2,662
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $197
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $352
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $410
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,806
per month
  • Rent $1,112
  • Energy $236
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $583
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $526
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,216
per month
  • Rent $1,364
  • Energy $296
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $885
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $526
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Okeechobee County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Okeechobee County?

In Okeechobee County, FL, a one-bedroom apartment averages $848 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,112 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,364 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Okeechobee County?

In Okeechobee County, FL, the average household income is $52,288 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,151 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Okeechobee County?

The estimated cost of living in Okeechobee County, FL is approximately $2,662 per month for a single person, $3,806 for a couple, $6,216 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Okeechobee County?

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

Is Okeechobee County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Okeechobee County, FL would need approximately $2,662 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,288 per year ($4,357 per month). Okeechobee County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Okeechobee County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Okeechobee County, FL is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Okeechobee County?

The average home value in Okeechobee County, FL is $179,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,349, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Okeechobee County compare to other areas?

You can compare Okeechobee County, FL with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Okeechobee County is in the Okeechobee, 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