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Cost of living in Bowie County, TX

Part of the Texarkana Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,705/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 92,321 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $853 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $464 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Bowie County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$848
per month
1 bedroom
$853
per month
2 bedroom
$1,071
per month
3 bedroom
$1,327
per month
4 bedroom
$1,677
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bowie County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,295
per year
Individual earnings
$38,413
per year
Per capita
$31,100
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bowie County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$161,300
Annual property tax
$2,091

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bowie 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 Bowie County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.4%

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 Bowie 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 Bowie County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.2 min
Drive alone
84.0%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bowie County

What it costs to live in Bowie County each month.

Single person
$2,705
per month
  • Rent $853
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $464
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,852
per month
  • Rent $1,071
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $640
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,250
per month
  • Rent $1,327
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $640
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Bowie County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bowie County?

In Bowie County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $853 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,071 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,327 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bowie County?

In Bowie County, TX, the average household income is $59,295 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,413 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bowie County?

The estimated cost of living in Bowie County, TX is approximately $2,705 per month for a single person, $3,852 for a couple, $6,250 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bowie County?

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

Is Bowie County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bowie County, TX would need approximately $2,705 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,295 per year ($4,941 per month). Bowie County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bowie County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bowie County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bowie County?

The average home value in Bowie County, TX is $161,300, with average annual property taxes of $2,091, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bowie County compare to other areas?

You can compare Bowie County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Bowie County is in the Texarkana, TX-AR 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