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Cost of living in Camp County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,517/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,652 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $731 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $398 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Camp County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$727
per month
1 bedroom
$731
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,440
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Camp County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,061
per year
Individual earnings
$34,407
per year
Per capita
$28,347
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Camp County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$159,900
Annual property tax
$1,703

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Camp 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 Camp County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
22.4%

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 Camp 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 Camp County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.7 min
Drive alone
80.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Camp County

What it costs to live in Camp County each month.

Single person
$2,517
per month
  • Rent $731
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $398
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,645
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $571
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,161
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $571
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Camp County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Camp County?

In Camp County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $731 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 Camp County?

In Camp County, TX, the average household income is $55,061 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,407 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Camp County?

The estimated cost of living in Camp County, TX is approximately $2,517 per month for a single person, $3,645 for a couple, $6,161 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Camp County?

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

Is Camp County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Camp County, TX would need approximately $2,517 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,061 per year ($4,588 per month). Camp County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Camp County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Camp County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 22.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Camp County?

The average home value in Camp County, TX is $159,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,703, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Camp 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