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Cost of living in Whitman County, WA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,434/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 47,042 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $890 37%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $369 15%
Transport $250 10%
Federal tax $228 9%
Energy $157 6%
Water $60 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Whitman County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$800
per month
1 bedroom
$890
per month
2 bedroom
$1,167
per month
3 bedroom
$1,635
per month
4 bedroom
$1,960
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Whitman County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,893
per year
Individual earnings
$23,763
per year
Per capita
$31,884
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Whitman County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$323,300
Annual property tax
$2,566

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Whitman 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 Whitman County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.4%

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 Whitman 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 Whitman County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.4 min
Drive alone
61.8%
Public transit
3.4%
Work from home
9.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Whitman County

What it costs to live in Whitman County each month.

Single person
$2,434
per month
  • Rent $890
  • Energy $157
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $369
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $228
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,785
per month
  • Rent $1,167
  • Energy $188
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $611
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $535
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,419
per month
  • Rent $1,635
  • Energy $236
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $928
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $535
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Whitman County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Whitman County?

In Whitman County, WA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $890 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,167 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,635 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Whitman County?

In Whitman County, WA, the average household income is $52,893 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $23,763 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Whitman County?

The estimated cost of living in Whitman County, WA is approximately $2,434 per month for a single person, $3,785 for a couple, $6,419 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Whitman County?

The combined sales tax rate in Whitman County, WA is 10.23%, which includes the Washington state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 3.73%.

Is Whitman County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Whitman County, WA would need approximately $2,434 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,893 per year ($4,408 per month). Whitman County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Whitman County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Whitman County, WA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Whitman County?

The average home value in Whitman County, WA is $323,300, with average annual property taxes of $2,566, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Whitman County compare to other areas?

You can compare Whitman County, WA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Whitman County is in the Pullman, WA 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