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Cost of living in Plumas County, CA

Estimated monthly cost
$3,078/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,607 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,005 33%
Federal tax $508 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $397 13%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $217 7%
State tax $91 3%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Plumas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$904
per month
1 bedroom
$1,005
per month
2 bedroom
$1,318
per month
3 bedroom
$1,847
per month
4 bedroom
$1,883
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Plumas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,946
per year
Individual earnings
$41,113
per year
Per capita
$41,604
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Plumas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$327,400
Annual property tax
$2,360

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Plumas County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$167
per month · 30.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$50
per month
Annual total
$2,604
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Plumas County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.0%

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 Plumas County

State and local tax rates for California.

State income tax
13.3%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
7.3%
Combined sales tax
8.8%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Plumas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.8 min
Drive alone
78.3%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
8.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Plumas County

What it costs to live in Plumas County each month.

Single person
$3,078
per month
  • Rent $1,005
  • Energy $217
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $397
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $508
  • State tax $91
Couple
$4,551
per month
  • Rent $1,318
  • Energy $260
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $658
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $733
  • State tax $228
Family
$7,287
per month
  • Rent $1,847
  • Energy $326
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $998
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $733
  • State tax $228

Frequently asked questions about Plumas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Plumas County?

In Plumas County, CA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,005 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,318 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,847 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Plumas County?

In Plumas County, CA, the average household income is $64,946 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,113 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Plumas County?

The estimated cost of living in Plumas County, CA is approximately $3,078 per month for a single person, $4,551 for a couple, $7,287 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Plumas County?

The combined sales tax rate in Plumas County, CA is 8.85%, which includes the California state rate of 7.25% plus an average local rate of 1.60%.

Is Plumas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Plumas County, CA would need approximately $3,078 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,946 per year ($5,412 per month). Plumas County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Plumas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Plumas County, CA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Plumas County?

The average home value in Plumas County, CA is $327,400, with average annual property taxes of $2,360, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Plumas 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