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Cost of living in Brazos County, TX

Part of the College Station Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,809/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 237,980 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,089 39%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Federal tax $332 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Brazos County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,034
per month
1 bedroom
$1,089
per month
2 bedroom
$1,206
per month
3 bedroom
$1,690
per month
4 bedroom
$1,863
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Brazos County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,388
per year
Individual earnings
$30,360
per year
Per capita
$33,928
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Brazos County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$279,700
Annual property tax
$4,580

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Brazos 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 Brazos County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.9%

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 Brazos 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 Brazos County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.5 min
Drive alone
75.0%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
9.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Brazos County

What it costs to live in Brazos County each month.

Single person
$2,809
per month
  • Rent $1,089
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $332
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,972
per month
  • Rent $1,206
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $625
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,598
per month
  • Rent $1,690
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $625
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Brazos County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Brazos County?

In Brazos County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,089 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,206 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,690 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Brazos County?

In Brazos County, TX, the average household income is $58,388 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,360 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Brazos County?

The estimated cost of living in Brazos County, TX is approximately $2,809 per month for a single person, $3,972 for a couple, $6,598 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Brazos County?

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

Is Brazos County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Brazos County, TX would need approximately $2,809 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,388 per year ($4,866 per month). Brazos County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Brazos County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Brazos County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Brazos County?

The average home value in Brazos County, TX is $279,700, with average annual property taxes of $4,580, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Brazos County compare to other areas?

You can compare Brazos County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Brazos County is in the College Station-Bryan, TX 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