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Cost of living in Blanco County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,818/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,008 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $875 31%
Federal tax $555 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Blanco County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$870
per month
1 bedroom
$875
per month
2 bedroom
$1,120
per month
3 bedroom
$1,509
per month
4 bedroom
$1,675
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Blanco County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$87,564
per year
Individual earnings
$44,011
per year
Per capita
$47,358
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Blanco County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$396,200
Annual property tax
$4,134

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Blanco 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 Blanco County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.1%

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 Blanco 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 Blanco County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.9 min
Drive alone
71.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
15.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Blanco County

What it costs to live in Blanco County each month.

Single person
$2,818
per month
  • Rent $875
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $555
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,364
per month
  • Rent $1,120
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,103
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,895
per month
  • Rent $1,509
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,103
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Blanco County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Blanco County?

In Blanco County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $875 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,120 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,509 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Blanco County?

In Blanco County, TX, the average household income is $87,564 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,011 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Blanco County?

The estimated cost of living in Blanco County, TX is approximately $2,818 per month for a single person, $4,364 for a couple, $6,895 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Blanco County?

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

Is Blanco County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Blanco County, TX would need approximately $2,818 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $87,564 per year ($7,297 per month). Blanco County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Blanco County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Blanco County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Blanco County?

The average home value in Blanco County, TX is $396,200, with average annual property taxes of $4,134, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Blanco 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