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Cost of living in Trinity County, CA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,837/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,886 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $854 30%
Federal tax $493 17%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $397 14%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $217 8%
State tax $86 3%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Trinity County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$777
per month
1 bedroom
$854
per month
2 bedroom
$1,120
per month
3 bedroom
$1,569
per month
4 bedroom
$1,708
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Trinity County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,498
per year
Individual earnings
$40,204
per year
Per capita
$32,271
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Trinity County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$329,000
Annual property tax
$1,772

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Trinity County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$167
per month · 30.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$50
per month
Annual total
$2,604
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Trinity County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.4%

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 Trinity County

State and local tax rates for California.

State income tax
13.3%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
7.3%
Combined sales tax
8.8%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Trinity County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.6 min
Drive alone
62.4%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
25.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Trinity County

What it costs to live in Trinity County each month.

Single person
$2,837
per month
  • Rent $854
  • Energy $217
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $397
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $493
  • State tax $86
Couple
$4,020
per month
  • Rent $1,120
  • Energy $260
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $658
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $545
  • State tax $153
Family
$6,676
per month
  • Rent $1,569
  • Energy $326
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $998
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $545
  • State tax $153

Frequently asked questions about Trinity County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Trinity County?

In Trinity County, CA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $854 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,120 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,569 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Trinity County?

In Trinity County, CA, the average household income is $53,498 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,204 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Trinity County?

The estimated cost of living in Trinity County, CA is approximately $2,837 per month for a single person, $4,020 for a couple, $6,676 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Trinity County?

The combined sales tax rate in Trinity County, CA is 8.85%, which includes the California state rate of 7.25% plus an average local rate of 1.60%.

Is Trinity County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Trinity County, CA would need approximately $2,837 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,498 per year ($4,458 per month). Trinity County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Trinity County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Trinity County, CA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Trinity County?

The average home value in Trinity County, CA is $329,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,772, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Trinity 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