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Cost of living in Chambers County, TX

Part of the Houston Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,379/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 49,178 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,279 38%
Federal tax $712 21%
Healthcare $480 14%
Groceries $334 10%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Chambers County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,226
per month
1 bedroom
$1,279
per month
2 bedroom
$1,529
per month
3 bedroom
$2,038
per month
4 bedroom
$2,568
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Chambers County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$108,114
per year
Individual earnings
$53,567
per year
Per capita
$40,487
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Chambers County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$289,900
Annual property tax
$3,290

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Chambers 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 Chambers County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.3%

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 Chambers 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 Chambers County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
32.5 min
Drive alone
80.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Chambers County

What it costs to live in Chambers County each month.

Single person
$3,379
per month
  • Rent $1,279
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $712
  • State tax $0
Couple
$5,110
per month
  • Rent $1,529
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,440
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,761
per month
  • Rent $2,038
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,440
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Chambers County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Chambers County?

In Chambers County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,279 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,529 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,038 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Chambers County?

In Chambers County, TX, the average household income is $108,114 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $53,567 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Chambers County?

The estimated cost of living in Chambers County, TX is approximately $3,379 per month for a single person, $5,110 for a couple, $7,761 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Chambers County?

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

Is Chambers County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Chambers County, TX would need approximately $3,379 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $108,114 per year ($9,010 per month). Chambers County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Chambers County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Chambers County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Chambers County?

The average home value in Chambers County, TX is $289,900, with average annual property taxes of $3,290, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Chambers County compare to other areas?

You can compare Chambers County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Chambers County is in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, 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