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Cost of living in Borden County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,564/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 723 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $786 31%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $390 15%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Borden County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$766
per month
1 bedroom
$786
per month
2 bedroom
$976
per month
3 bedroom
$1,273
per month
4 bedroom
$1,459
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Borden County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,250
per year
Individual earnings
$33,889
per year
Per capita
$36,074
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Borden County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$105,400
Annual property tax
$493

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Borden 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 Borden County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
1.4%

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 Borden 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 Borden County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.6 min
Drive alone
86.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Borden County

What it costs to live in Borden County each month.

Single person
$2,564
per month
  • Rent $786
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $390
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,838
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $721
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,277
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $721
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Borden County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Borden County?

In Borden County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $786 per month, a two-bedroom averages $976 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,273 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Borden County?

In Borden County, TX, the average household income is $64,250 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,889 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Borden County?

The estimated cost of living in Borden County, TX is approximately $2,564 per month for a single person, $3,838 for a couple, $6,277 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Borden County?

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

Is Borden County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Borden County, TX would need approximately $2,564 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,250 per year ($5,354 per month). Borden County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Borden County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Borden County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 1.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Borden County?

The average home value in Borden County, TX is $105,400, with average annual property taxes of $493, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Borden 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