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Cost of living in San Juan County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$3,115/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,266 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,290 41%
Federal tax $509 16%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $369 12%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $157 5%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in San Juan County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,161
per month
1 bedroom
$1,290
per month
2 bedroom
$1,693
per month
3 bedroom
$2,218
per month
4 bedroom
$2,253
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in San Juan County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$83,682
per year
Individual earnings
$41,186
per year
Per capita
$63,173
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in San Juan County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$726,500
Annual property tax
$4,131

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in San Juan County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$109
per month · 11.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$48
per month
Annual total
$1,884
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
6.8%

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 Washington.

No state income tax
Washington does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
10.2%
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
16.2 min
Drive alone
62.4%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
20.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for San Juan County

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

Single person
$3,115
per month
  • Rent $1,290
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $509
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,816
per month
  • Rent $1,693
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,040
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,507
per month
  • Rent $2,218
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,040
  • State tax $0

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, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,290 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,693 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,218 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in San Juan County?

In San Juan County, WA, the average household income is $83,682 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,186 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, WA is approximately $3,115 per month for a single person, $4,816 for a couple, $7,507 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, WA is 10.23%, which includes the Washington state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 3.73%.

Is San Juan County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in San Juan County, WA would need approximately $3,115 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $83,682 per year ($6,974 per month). San Juan County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in San Juan County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in San Juan County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.8% 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, WA is $726,500, with average annual property taxes of $4,131, 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
Methodology All data sources