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Cost of living in Comal County, TX

Part of the San Antonio Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,280/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 174,552 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,231 38%
Federal tax $661 20%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $334 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Comal County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,116
per month
1 bedroom
$1,231
per month
2 bedroom
$1,501
per month
3 bedroom
$1,907
per month
4 bedroom
$2,243
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Comal County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$99,015
per year
Individual earnings
$50,450
per year
Per capita
$51,472
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Comal County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$398,800
Annual property tax
$4,827

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Comal 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 Comal County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.9%

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 Comal 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 Comal County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.4 min
Drive alone
72.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
17.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Comal County

What it costs to live in Comal County each month.

Single person
$3,280
per month
  • Rent $1,231
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $661
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,933
per month
  • Rent $1,501
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,291
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,481
per month
  • Rent $1,907
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,291
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Comal County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Comal County?

In Comal County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,231 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,501 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,907 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Comal County?

In Comal County, TX, the average household income is $99,015 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $50,450 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Comal County?

The estimated cost of living in Comal County, TX is approximately $3,280 per month for a single person, $4,933 for a couple, $7,481 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Comal County?

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

Is Comal County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Comal County, TX would need approximately $3,280 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $99,015 per year ($8,251 per month). Comal County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Comal County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Comal County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Comal County?

The average home value in Comal County, TX is $398,800, with average annual property taxes of $4,827, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Comal County compare to other areas?

You can compare Comal County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Comal County is in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, 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