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Cost of living in Saguache County, CO

Estimated monthly cost
$2,580/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,511 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $741 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $404 16%
Groceries $359 14%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $158 6%
State tax $128 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Saguache County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$736
per month
1 bedroom
$741
per month
2 bedroom
$973
per month
3 bedroom
$1,177
per month
4 bedroom
$1,296
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Saguache County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,283
per year
Individual earnings
$34,781
per year
Per capita
$39,711
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Saguache County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$200,000
Annual property tax
$679

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Saguache 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 Saguache County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.0%

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 Saguache 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 Saguache County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.0 min
Drive alone
60.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
11.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Saguache County

What it costs to live in Saguache County each month.

Single person
$2,580
per month
  • Rent $741
  • Energy $158
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $359
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $404
  • State tax $128
Couple
$3,799
per month
  • Rent $973
  • Energy $190
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $595
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $558
  • State tax $199
Family
$6,159
per month
  • Rent $1,177
  • Energy $237
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $903
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $558
  • State tax $199

Frequently asked questions about Saguache County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Saguache County?

In Saguache County, CO, a one-bedroom apartment averages $741 per month, a two-bedroom averages $973 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,177 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Saguache County?

In Saguache County, CO, the average household income is $54,283 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,781 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Saguache County?

The estimated cost of living in Saguache County, CO is approximately $2,580 per month for a single person, $3,799 for a couple, $6,159 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Saguache County?

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

Is Saguache County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Saguache County, CO would need approximately $2,580 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,283 per year ($4,524 per month). Saguache County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Saguache County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Saguache County, CO is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Saguache County?

The average home value in Saguache County, CO is $200,000, with average annual property taxes of $679, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Saguache 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