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Twin Falls, ID

Cost of living in Twin Falls County, ID

Part of the Twin Falls Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,944/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 92,121 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $979 33%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $435 15%
Groceries $331 11%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $177 6%
Energy $162 6%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Twin Falls County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$881
per month
1 bedroom
$979
per month
2 bedroom
$1,285
per month
3 bedroom
$1,801
per month
4 bedroom
$2,158
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Twin Falls County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,338
per year
Individual earnings
$36,639
per year
Per capita
$33,505
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Twin Falls County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$292,700
Annual property tax
$1,951

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Twin Falls County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$110
per month · 11.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$52
per month
Annual total
$1,944
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Twin Falls County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.1%

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 Twin Falls County

State and local tax rates for Idaho.

State income tax
5.8%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Twin Falls County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.0 min
Drive alone
79.5%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
8.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Twin Falls County

What it costs to live in Twin Falls County each month.

Single person
$2,944
per month
  • Rent $979
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $435
  • State tax $177
Couple
$4,437
per month
  • Rent $1,285
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $739
  • State tax $316
Family
$7,086
per month
  • Rent $1,801
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $739
  • State tax $316

Frequently asked questions about Twin Falls County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Twin Falls County?

In Twin Falls County, ID, a one-bedroom apartment averages $979 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,285 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,801 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Twin Falls County?

In Twin Falls County, ID, the average household income is $65,338 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,639 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Twin Falls County?

The estimated cost of living in Twin Falls County, ID is approximately $2,944 per month for a single person, $4,437 for a couple, $7,086 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Twin Falls County?

The combined sales tax rate in Twin Falls County, ID is 6.03%, which includes the Idaho state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.03%.

Is Twin Falls County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Twin Falls County, ID would need approximately $2,944 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,338 per year ($5,445 per month). Twin Falls County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Twin Falls County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Twin Falls County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Twin Falls County?

The average home value in Twin Falls County, ID is $292,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,951, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Twin Falls County compare to other areas?

You can compare Twin Falls County, ID with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Twin Falls County is in the Twin Falls, ID metro area.

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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