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Cost of living in Valley County, ID

Estimated monthly cost
$2,709/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,136 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $976 36%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $331 12%
Federal tax $310 11%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $162 6%
State tax $140 5%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Valley County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$833
per month
1 bedroom
$976
per month
2 bedroom
$1,081
per month
3 bedroom
$1,515
per month
4 bedroom
$1,815
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Valley County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$76,125
per year
Individual earnings
$29,050
per year
Per capita
$38,932
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Valley County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$599,500
Annual property tax
$1,778

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Valley 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 Valley County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.0%

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 Valley 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 Valley County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.2 min
Drive alone
64.6%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
23.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Valley County

What it costs to live in Valley County each month.

Single person
$2,709
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $162
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $331
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $310
  • State tax $140
Couple
$4,392
per month
  • Rent $1,081
  • Energy $194
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $549
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $916
  • State tax $368
Family
$6,959
per month
  • Rent $1,515
  • Energy $243
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $832
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $916
  • State tax $368

Frequently asked questions about Valley County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Valley County?

In Valley County, ID, a one-bedroom apartment averages $976 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,081 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,515 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Valley County?

In Valley County, ID, the average household income is $76,125 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,050 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Valley County?

The estimated cost of living in Valley County, ID is approximately $2,709 per month for a single person, $4,392 for a couple, $6,959 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Valley County?

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

Is Valley County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Valley County, ID would need approximately $2,709 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $76,125 per year ($6,344 per month). Valley County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Valley County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Valley County, ID is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Valley County?

The average home value in Valley County, ID is $599,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,778, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Valley 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