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Cost of living in Burleson County, TX

Part of the College Station Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,063/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,327 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,089 36%
Federal tax $586 19%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Burleson 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 Burleson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,888
per year
Individual earnings
$45,892
per year
Per capita
$39,545
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Burleson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$174,000
Annual property tax
$1,816

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Burleson 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 Burleson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.4%

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 Burleson 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 Burleson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.0 min
Drive alone
73.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
14.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Burleson County

What it costs to live in Burleson County each month.

Single person
$3,063
per month
  • Rent $1,089
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $586
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,210
per month
  • Rent $1,206
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $863
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,836
per month
  • Rent $1,690
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $863
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Burleson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Burleson County?

In Burleson 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 Burleson County?

In Burleson County, TX, the average household income is $72,888 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,892 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Burleson County?

The estimated cost of living in Burleson County, TX is approximately $3,063 per month for a single person, $4,210 for a couple, $6,836 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Burleson County?

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

Is Burleson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Burleson County, TX would need approximately $3,063 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,888 per year ($6,074 per month). Burleson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Burleson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Burleson County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Burleson County?

The average home value in Burleson County, TX is $174,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,816, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Burleson County compare to other areas?

You can compare Burleson County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Burleson 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