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Cost of living in Coleman County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,617/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,765 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $798 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $431 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Coleman County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$771
per month
1 bedroom
$798
per month
2 bedroom
$990
per month
3 bedroom
$1,197
per month
4 bedroom
$1,452
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Coleman County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,364
per year
Individual earnings
$36,440
per year
Per capita
$32,880
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Coleman County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$91,200
Annual property tax
$1,248

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Coleman 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 Coleman County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
27.3%

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 Coleman 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 Coleman County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
37.0 min
Drive alone
75.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Coleman County

What it costs to live in Coleman County each month.

Single person
$2,617
per month
  • Rent $798
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $431
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,658
per month
  • Rent $990
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $527
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,007
per month
  • Rent $1,197
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $527
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Coleman County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Coleman County?

In Coleman County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $798 per month, a two-bedroom averages $990 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,197 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Coleman County?

In Coleman County, TX, the average household income is $52,364 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,440 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Coleman County?

The estimated cost of living in Coleman County, TX is approximately $2,617 per month for a single person, $3,658 for a couple, $6,007 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Coleman County?

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

Is Coleman County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Coleman County, TX would need approximately $2,617 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,364 per year ($4,364 per month). Coleman County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Coleman County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Coleman County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 27.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Coleman County?

The average home value in Coleman County, TX is $91,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,248, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Coleman 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