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Cost of living in Bailey County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,682/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,044 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 28%
Federal tax $542 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Bailey County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,217
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bailey County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,625
per year
Individual earnings
$43,219
per year
Per capita
$30,860
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bailey County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$104,400
Annual property tax
$1,533

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bailey 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 Bailey County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
33.7%

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 Bailey 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 Bailey County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.7 min
Drive alone
74.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bailey County

What it costs to live in Bailey County each month.

Single person
$2,682
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $542
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,900
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $826
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,326
per month
  • Rent $1,217
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $826
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Bailey County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bailey County?

In Bailey County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,217 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bailey County?

In Bailey County, TX, the average household income is $70,625 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,219 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bailey County?

The estimated cost of living in Bailey County, TX is approximately $2,682 per month for a single person, $3,900 for a couple, $6,326 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bailey County?

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

Is Bailey County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bailey County, TX would need approximately $2,682 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,625 per year ($5,885 per month). Bailey County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Bailey County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bailey County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 33.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bailey County?

The average home value in Bailey County, TX is $104,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,533, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bailey 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