Although it’s true that off-grid living can cut down your monthly utility bills, you’ll have to deal with high upfront costs to make this possible. The main initial costs to live off the grid include buying the land, building a shelter, generating electricity, sourcing water, heating your off-grid home, installing a septic tank, and setting up a garden. Moving off the grid can cost about $10,000 to $600,000, depending on your location, needs, preferences, and other factors. On average, most people end up spending at least $100,000 to start living off the grid.