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Cost of living in Pend Oreille County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,626/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,811 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $787 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $453 17%
Groceries $369 14%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Pend Oreille County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$708
per month
1 bedroom
$787
per month
2 bedroom
$1,033
per month
3 bedroom
$1,290
per month
4 bedroom
$1,735
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pend Oreille County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,750
per year
Individual earnings
$37,739
per year
Per capita
$35,660
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pend Oreille County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$307,800
Annual property tax
$2,048

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.4%

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 Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.6 min
Drive alone
74.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
11.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pend Oreille County

What it costs to live in Pend Oreille County each month.

Single person
$2,626
per month
  • Rent $787
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,899
per month
  • Rent $1,033
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $713
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,322
per month
  • Rent $1,290
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $713
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Pend Oreille County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pend Oreille County?

In Pend Oreille County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $787 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,033 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,290 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pend Oreille County?

In Pend Oreille County, WA, the average household income is $63,750 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,739 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pend Oreille County?

The estimated cost of living in Pend Oreille County, WA is approximately $2,626 per month for a single person, $3,899 for a couple, $6,322 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pend Oreille County?

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

Is Pend Oreille County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pend Oreille County, WA would need approximately $2,626 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,750 per year ($5,313 per month). Pend Oreille County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pend Oreille County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pend Oreille County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pend Oreille County?

The average home value in Pend Oreille County, WA is $307,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,048, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pend Oreille 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