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Cost of living in Childress County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,741/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,772 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $828 30%
Federal tax $525 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Childress County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$766
per month
1 bedroom
$828
per month
2 bedroom
$976
per month
3 bedroom
$1,275
per month
4 bedroom
$1,459
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Childress County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,333
per year
Individual earnings
$42,132
per year
Per capita
$30,197
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Childress County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$115,100
Annual property tax
$1,694

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Childress 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 Childress County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.4%

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 Childress 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 Childress County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.3 min
Drive alone
91.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
1.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Childress County

What it costs to live in Childress County each month.

Single person
$2,741
per month
  • Rent $828
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $525
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,774
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,215
per month
  • Rent $1,275
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Childress County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Childress County?

In Childress County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $828 per month, a two-bedroom averages $976 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,275 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Childress County?

In Childress County, TX, the average household income is $60,333 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,132 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Childress County?

The estimated cost of living in Childress County, TX is approximately $2,741 per month for a single person, $3,774 for a couple, $6,215 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Childress County?

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

Is Childress County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Childress County, TX would need approximately $2,741 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,333 per year ($5,028 per month). Childress County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Childress County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Childress County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Childress County?

The average home value in Childress County, TX is $115,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,694, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Childress 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