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Cost of living in Atascosa County, TX

Part of the San Antonio Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,891/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 50,058 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,068 37%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $435 15%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Atascosa County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$879
per month
1 bedroom
$1,068
per month
2 bedroom
$1,182
per month
3 bedroom
$1,482
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Atascosa County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$69,413
per year
Individual earnings
$36,682
per year
Per capita
$28,648
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Atascosa County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$157,400
Annual property tax
$2,079

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Atascosa 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 Atascosa County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.4%

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 Atascosa 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 Atascosa County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.1 min
Drive alone
74.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
7.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Atascosa County

What it costs to live in Atascosa County each month.

Single person
$2,891
per month
  • Rent $1,068
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $435
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,129
per month
  • Rent $1,182
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $806
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,571
per month
  • Rent $1,482
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $806
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Atascosa County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Atascosa County?

In Atascosa County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,068 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,182 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,482 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Atascosa County?

In Atascosa County, TX, the average household income is $69,413 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,682 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Atascosa County?

The estimated cost of living in Atascosa County, TX is approximately $2,891 per month for a single person, $4,129 for a couple, $6,571 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Atascosa County?

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

Is Atascosa County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Atascosa County, TX would need approximately $2,891 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $69,413 per year ($5,784 per month). Atascosa County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Atascosa County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Atascosa County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Atascosa County?

The average home value in Atascosa County, TX is $157,400, with average annual property taxes of $2,079, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Atascosa 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