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Cost of living in San Juan County, UT

Estimated monthly cost
$2,633/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,466 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $790 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $375 14%
Groceries $340 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $140 5%
State tax $128 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in San Juan County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$737
per month
1 bedroom
$790
per month
2 bedroom
$1,036
per month
3 bedroom
$1,248
per month
4 bedroom
$1,485
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in San Juan County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,890
per year
Individual earnings
$32,972
per year
Per capita
$24,634
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in San Juan County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$189,900
Annual property tax
$1,603

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in San Juan County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$90
per month · 12¢/kWh
Natural gas
$50
per month
Annual total
$1,680
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in San Juan County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.3%

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 San Juan County

State and local tax rates for Utah.

State income tax
4.7%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.1%
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 San Juan County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.8 min
Drive alone
72.7%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
8.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for San Juan County

What it costs to live in San Juan County each month.

Single person
$2,633
per month
  • Rent $790
  • Energy $140
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $375
  • State tax $128
Couple
$3,902
per month
  • Rent $1,036
  • Energy $168
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $568
  • State tax $213
Family
$6,249
per month
  • Rent $1,248
  • Energy $210
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $568
  • State tax $213

Frequently asked questions about San Juan County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in San Juan County?

In San Juan County, UT, a one-bedroom apartment averages $790 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,036 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,248 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in San Juan County?

In San Juan County, UT, the average household income is $54,890 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,972 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in San Juan County?

The estimated cost of living in San Juan County, UT is approximately $2,633 per month for a single person, $3,902 for a couple, $6,249 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in San Juan County?

The combined sales tax rate in San Juan County, UT is 7.19%, which includes the Utah state rate of 6.10% plus an average local rate of 1.09%.

Is San Juan County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in San Juan County, UT would need approximately $2,633 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,890 per year ($4,574 per month). San Juan County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in San Juan County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in San Juan County, UT is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in San Juan County?

The average home value in San Juan County, UT is $189,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,603, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does San Juan 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