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Cost of living in Preble County, OH

Estimated monthly cost
$2,594/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 40,802 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $674 26%
Federal tax $520 20%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $194 7%
Water $50 2%
State tax $36 1%

Rent in Preble County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$669
per month
1 bedroom
$674
per month
2 bedroom
$884
per month
3 bedroom
$1,180
per month
4 bedroom
$1,343
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Preble County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,237
per year
Individual earnings
$41,872
per year
Per capita
$35,232
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Preble County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$171,100
Annual property tax
$1,841

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Preble County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$131
per month · 15.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$63
per month
Annual total
$2,328
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Preble County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.2%

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 Preble County

State and local tax rates for Ohio.

State income tax
3.5%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.8%
Combined sales tax
7.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Preble County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.7 min
Drive alone
83.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Preble County

What it costs to live in Preble County each month.

Single person
$2,594
per month
  • Rent $674
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $520
  • State tax $36
Couple
$3,931
per month
  • Rent $884
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $836
  • State tax $104
Family
$6,356
per month
  • Rent $1,180
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $836
  • State tax $104

Frequently asked questions about Preble County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Preble County?

In Preble County, OH, a one-bedroom apartment averages $674 per month, a two-bedroom averages $884 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,180 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Preble County?

In Preble County, OH, the average household income is $71,237 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,872 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Preble County?

The estimated cost of living in Preble County, OH is approximately $2,594 per month for a single person, $3,931 for a couple, $6,356 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Preble County?

The combined sales tax rate in Preble County, OH is 7.24%, which includes the Ohio state rate of 5.75% plus an average local rate of 1.49%.

Is Preble County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Preble County, OH would need approximately $2,594 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,237 per year ($5,936 per month). Preble County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Preble County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Preble County, OH is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Preble County?

The average home value in Preble County, OH is $171,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,841, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Preble 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