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Cost of living in Burnet County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,713/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 51,064 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $869 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $456 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Burnet County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$864
per month
1 bedroom
$869
per month
2 bedroom
$1,124
per month
3 bedroom
$1,507
per month
4 bedroom
$1,513
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Burnet County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$77,158
per year
Individual earnings
$37,919
per year
Per capita
$43,180
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Burnet County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$310,500
Annual property tax
$3,495

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Burnet 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 Burnet County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.2%

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 Burnet 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 Burnet County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.0 min
Drive alone
70.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
12.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Burnet County

What it costs to live in Burnet County each month.

Single person
$2,713
per month
  • Rent $869
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $456
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,198
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $933
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,723
per month
  • Rent $1,507
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $933
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Burnet County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Burnet County?

In Burnet County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $869 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,507 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Burnet County?

In Burnet County, TX, the average household income is $77,158 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,919 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Burnet County?

The estimated cost of living in Burnet County, TX is approximately $2,713 per month for a single person, $4,198 for a couple, $6,723 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Burnet County?

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

Is Burnet County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Burnet County, TX would need approximately $2,713 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $77,158 per year ($6,430 per month). Burnet County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Burnet County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Burnet County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Burnet County?

The average home value in Burnet County, TX is $310,500, with average annual property taxes of $3,495, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Burnet 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