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Cost of living in Prowers County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,679/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 11,931 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $763 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $410 15%
Groceries $359 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $158 6%
State tax $129 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Prowers County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$717
per month
1 bedroom
$763
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,504
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Prowers County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,601
per year
Individual earnings
$35,112
per year
Per capita
$32,128
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Prowers County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$150,900
Annual property tax
$494

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Prowers County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$106
per month · 15.2¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,896
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Prowers County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.1%

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 Prowers County

State and local tax rates for Colorado.

State income tax
4.4%
Flat rate
State sales tax
2.9%
Combined sales tax
7.8%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Prowers County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.2 min
Drive alone
83.3%
Public transit
1.6%
Work from home
6.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Prowers County

What it costs to live in Prowers County each month.

Single person
$2,679
per month
  • Rent $763
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $410
  • State tax $129
Couple
$3,896
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $613
  • State tax $211
Family
$6,243
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $613
  • State tax $211

Frequently asked questions about Prowers County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Prowers County?

In Prowers County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $763 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Prowers County?

In Prowers County, CO, the average household income is $57,601 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,112 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Prowers County?

The estimated cost of living in Prowers County, CO is approximately $2,679 per month for a single person, $3,896 for a couple, $6,243 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Prowers County?

The combined sales tax rate in Prowers County, CO is 7.77%, which includes the Colorado state rate of 2.90% plus an average local rate of 4.87%.

Is Prowers County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Prowers County, CO would need approximately $2,679 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,601 per year ($4,800 per month). Prowers County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Prowers County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Prowers County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Prowers County?

The average home value in Prowers County, CO is $150,900, with average annual property taxes of $494, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Prowers 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