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Corpus Christi, TX

Cost of living in Aransas County, TX

Part of the Corpus Christi Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,855/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 24,449 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $976 34%
Federal tax $491 17%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Aransas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$969
per month
1 bedroom
$976
per month
2 bedroom
$1,280
per month
3 bedroom
$1,670
per month
4 bedroom
$1,914
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Aransas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,754
per year
Individual earnings
$40,053
per year
Per capita
$41,138
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Aransas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$236,800
Annual property tax
$2,401

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Aransas County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$167
per month · 14.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$32
per month
Annual total
$2,388
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Aransas County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.7%

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 Aransas County

State and local tax rates for Texas.

No state income tax
Texas does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.3%
Combined sales tax
8.2%
incl. average local

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

Transportation in Aransas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.0 min
Drive alone
74.1%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
13.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Aransas County

What it costs to live in Aransas County each month.

Single person
$2,855
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $491
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,102
per month
  • Rent $1,280
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $681
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,634
per month
  • Rent $1,670
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $681
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Aransas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Aransas County?

In Aransas County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $976 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,280 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,670 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Aransas County?

In Aransas County, TX, the average household income is $61,754 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,053 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Aransas County?

The estimated cost of living in Aransas County, TX is approximately $2,855 per month for a single person, $4,102 for a couple, $6,634 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Aransas County?

The combined sales tax rate in Aransas County, TX is 8.19%, which includes the Texas state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 1.94%.

Is Aransas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Aransas County, TX would need approximately $2,855 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,754 per year ($5,146 per month). Aransas County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Aransas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Aransas County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Aransas County?

The average home value in Aransas County, TX is $236,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,401, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Aransas County compare to other areas?

You can compare Aransas County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Aransas County is in the Corpus Christi, TX 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