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Cost of living in Williams County, OH

Estimated monthly cost
$2,575/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 36,862 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $724 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $459 18%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $194 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $28 1%

Rent in Williams County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$606
per month
1 bedroom
$724
per month
2 bedroom
$884
per month
3 bedroom
$1,113
per month
4 bedroom
$1,172
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Williams County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,834
per year
Individual earnings
$38,097
per year
Per capita
$32,421
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Williams County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$140,000
Annual property tax
$1,624

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Williams County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$131
per month · 15.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$63
per month
Annual total
$2,328
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Williams County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.3%

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 Williams County

State and local tax rates for Ohio.

State income tax
3.5%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.8%
Combined sales tax
7.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Williams County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.1 min
Drive alone
86.6%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
2.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Williams County

What it costs to live in Williams County each month.

Single person
$2,575
per month
  • Rent $724
  • Energy $194
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $459
  • State tax $28
Couple
$3,755
per month
  • Rent $884
  • Energy $233
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $82
Family
$6,113
per month
  • Rent $1,113
  • Energy $291
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $82

Frequently asked questions about Williams County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Williams County?

In Williams County, OH, a one-bedroom apartment averages $724 per month, a two-bedroom averages $884 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,113 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Williams County?

In Williams County, OH, the average household income is $61,834 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,097 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Williams County?

The estimated cost of living in Williams County, OH is approximately $2,575 per month for a single person, $3,755 for a couple, $6,113 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Williams County?

The combined sales tax rate in Williams County, OH is 7.24%, which includes the Ohio state rate of 5.75% plus an average local rate of 1.49%.

Is Williams County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Williams County, OH would need approximately $2,575 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,834 per year ($5,153 per month). Williams County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Williams County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Williams County, OH is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Williams County?

The average home value in Williams County, OH is $140,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,624, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Williams 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