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Cost of living in Brewster County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,750/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,464 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $804 29%
Federal tax $558 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Brewster County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$765
per month
1 bedroom
$804
per month
2 bedroom
$975
per month
3 bedroom
$1,366
per month
4 bedroom
$1,524
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Brewster County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,612
per year
Individual earnings
$44,149
per year
Per capita
$36,716
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Brewster County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$216,000
Annual property tax
$2,644

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Brewster 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 Brewster County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

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 Brewster 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 Brewster County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.5 min
Drive alone
70.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Brewster County

What it costs to live in Brewster County each month.

Single person
$2,750
per month
  • Rent $804
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $558
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,647
per month
  • Rent $975
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $531
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,180
per month
  • Rent $1,366
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $531
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Brewster County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Brewster County?

In Brewster County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $804 per month, a two-bedroom averages $975 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,366 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Brewster County?

In Brewster County, TX, the average household income is $52,612 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,149 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Brewster County?

The estimated cost of living in Brewster County, TX is approximately $2,750 per month for a single person, $3,647 for a couple, $6,180 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Brewster County?

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

Is Brewster County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Brewster County, TX would need approximately $2,750 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,612 per year ($4,384 per month). Brewster County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Brewster County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Brewster County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Brewster County?

The average home value in Brewster County, TX is $216,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,644, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Brewster 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