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Cost of living in Pershing County, NV

Estimated monthly cost
$2,653/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,505 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $800 30%
Federal tax $481 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $343 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $169 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Pershing County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$800
per month
2 bedroom
$975
per month
3 bedroom
$1,366
per month
4 bedroom
$1,637
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pershing County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,007
per year
Individual earnings
$39,493
per year
Per capita
$26,884
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pershing County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$166,200
Annual property tax
$1,159

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pershing County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$129
per month · 14.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$40
per month
Annual total
$2,028
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Pershing County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.8%

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 Pershing County

State and local tax rates for Nevada.

No state income tax
Nevada does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.8%
Combined sales tax
8.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Pershing County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.5 min
Drive alone
75.6%
Public transit
4.3%
Work from home
6.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pershing County

What it costs to live in Pershing County each month.

Single person
$2,653
per month
  • Rent $800
  • Energy $169
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $343
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $481
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,948
per month
  • Rent $975
  • Energy $203
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $568
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $848
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,485
per month
  • Rent $1,366
  • Energy $254
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $862
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $848
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Pershing County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pershing County?

In Pershing County, NV, a one-bedroom apartment averages $800 per month, a two-bedroom averages $975 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,366 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pershing County?

In Pershing County, NV, the average household income is $72,007 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,493 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pershing County?

The estimated cost of living in Pershing County, NV is approximately $2,653 per month for a single person, $3,948 for a couple, $6,485 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pershing County?

The combined sales tax rate in Pershing County, NV is 8.23%, which includes the Nevada state rate of 6.85% plus an average local rate of 1.38%.

Is Pershing County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pershing County, NV would need approximately $2,653 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,007 per year ($6,001 per month). Pershing County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pershing County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pershing County, NV is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pershing County?

The average home value in Pershing County, NV is $166,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,159, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pershing 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