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Cost of living in Colorado County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,718/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 20,736 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $814 30%
Federal tax $516 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Colorado County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$792
per month
1 bedroom
$814
per month
2 bedroom
$1,010
per month
3 bedroom
$1,247
per month
4 bedroom
$1,510
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Colorado County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,554
per year
Individual earnings
$41,590
per year
Per capita
$37,885
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Colorado County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$194,000
Annual property tax
$2,117

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Colorado 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 Colorado County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.0%

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 Colorado 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 Colorado County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.1 min
Drive alone
81.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Colorado County

What it costs to live in Colorado County each month.

Single person
$2,718
per month
  • Rent $814
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,943
per month
  • Rent $1,010
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $792
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,322
per month
  • Rent $1,247
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $792
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Colorado County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Colorado County?

In Colorado County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $814 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,010 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,247 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Colorado County?

In Colorado County, TX, the average household income is $68,554 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,590 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Colorado County?

The estimated cost of living in Colorado County, TX is approximately $2,718 per month for a single person, $3,943 for a couple, $6,322 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Colorado County?

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

Is Colorado County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Colorado County, TX would need approximately $2,718 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,554 per year ($5,713 per month). Colorado County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Colorado County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Colorado County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Colorado County?

The average home value in Colorado County, TX is $194,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,117, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Colorado 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