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Cost of living in Sherman County, OR

Estimated monthly cost
$3,014/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,908 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $941 31%
Federal tax $499 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $350 12%
State tax $271 9%
Transport $250 8%
Energy $163 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Sherman County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$846
per month
1 bedroom
$941
per month
2 bedroom
$1,234
per month
3 bedroom
$1,487
per month
4 bedroom
$2,072
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sherman County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,500
per year
Individual earnings
$40,541
per year
Per capita
$33,190
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sherman County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$206,700
Annual property tax
$1,436

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sherman County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$117
per month · 13¢/kWh
Natural gas
$46
per month
Annual total
$1,956
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Sherman County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.1%

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 Sherman County

State and local tax rates for Oregon.

State income tax
9.9%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
0.0%
Combined sales tax
0.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Sherman County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.7 min
Drive alone
69.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sherman County

What it costs to live in Sherman County each month.

Single person
$3,014
per month
  • Rent $941
  • Energy $163
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $350
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $499
  • State tax $271
Couple
$4,347
per month
  • Rent $1,234
  • Energy $196
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $580
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $644
  • State tax $409
Family
$6,749
per month
  • Rent $1,487
  • Energy $244
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $880
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $644
  • State tax $409

Frequently asked questions about Sherman County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sherman County?

In Sherman County, OR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $941 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,234 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,487 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sherman County?

In Sherman County, OR, the average household income is $59,500 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,541 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sherman County?

The estimated cost of living in Sherman County, OR is approximately $3,014 per month for a single person, $4,347 for a couple, $6,749 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sherman County?

The combined sales tax rate in Sherman County, OR is 0.00%, which includes the Oregon state rate of 0.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Sherman County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sherman County, OR would need approximately $3,014 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,500 per year ($4,958 per month). Sherman County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sherman County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sherman County, OR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sherman County?

The average home value in Sherman County, OR is $206,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,436, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sherman 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