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Cost of living in Brooks County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,365/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,987 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 32%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 14%
Federal tax $225 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Brooks County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Brooks County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$31,310
per year
Individual earnings
$23,540
per year
Per capita
$25,010
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Brooks County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$82,700
Annual property tax
$1,042

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Brooks 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 Brooks County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
23.1%

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 Brooks 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 Brooks County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.7 min
Drive alone
87.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
1.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Brooks County

What it costs to live in Brooks County each month.

Single person
$2,365
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $225
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,291
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $217
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,807
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $217
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Brooks County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Brooks County?

In Brooks County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Brooks County?

In Brooks County, TX, the average household income is $31,310 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $23,540 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Brooks County?

The estimated cost of living in Brooks County, TX is approximately $2,365 per month for a single person, $3,291 for a couple, $5,807 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Brooks County?

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

Is Brooks County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Brooks County, TX would need approximately $2,365 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $31,310 per year ($2,609 per month). Brooks County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Brooks County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Brooks County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 23.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Brooks County?

The average home value in Brooks County, TX is $82,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,042, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Brooks 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