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Cost of living in Power County, ID

Estimated monthly cost
$2,648/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,018 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $382 14%
Groceries $331 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $162 6%
State tax $161 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Power County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$676
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$986
per month
3 bedroom
$1,382
per month
4 bedroom
$1,655
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Power County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,760
per year
Individual earnings
$33,403
per year
Per capita
$25,083
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Power County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$191,200
Annual property tax
$1,577

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Power County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$110
per month · 11.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,944
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Power County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.9%

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 Power County

State and local tax rates for Idaho.

State income tax
5.8%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Power County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.0 min
Drive alone
73.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Power County

What it costs to live in Power County each month.

Single person
$2,648
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $382
  • State tax $161
Couple
$4,020
per month
  • Rent $986
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $648
  • State tax $289
Family
$6,549
per month
  • Rent $1,382
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $648
  • State tax $289

Frequently asked questions about Power County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Power County?

In Power County, ID, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $986 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,382 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Power County?

In Power County, ID, the average household income is $59,760 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,403 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Power County?

The estimated cost of living in Power County, ID is approximately $2,648 per month for a single person, $4,020 for a couple, $6,549 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Power County?

The combined sales tax rate in Power County, ID is 6.03%, which includes the Idaho state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.03%.

Is Power County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Power County, ID would need approximately $2,648 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,760 per year ($4,980 per month). Power County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Power County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Power County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Power County?

The average home value in Power County, ID is $191,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,577, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Power 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