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Cost of living in Dallam County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,790/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,180 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $874 31%
Federal tax $528 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Dallam County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$759
per month
1 bedroom
$874
per month
2 bedroom
$968
per month
3 bedroom
$1,356
per month
4 bedroom
$1,448
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dallam County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,332
per year
Individual earnings
$42,347
per year
Per capita
$27,774
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dallam County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$140,500
Annual property tax
$2,065

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dallam 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 Dallam County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
36.3%

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 Dallam 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 Dallam County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.7 min
Drive alone
82.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
1.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dallam County

What it costs to live in Dallam County each month.

Single person
$2,790
per month
  • Rent $874
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $528
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,963
per month
  • Rent $968
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $854
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,493
per month
  • Rent $1,356
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $854
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Dallam County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dallam County?

In Dallam County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $874 per month, a two-bedroom averages $968 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,356 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dallam County?

In Dallam County, TX, the average household income is $72,332 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,347 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dallam County?

The estimated cost of living in Dallam County, TX is approximately $2,790 per month for a single person, $3,963 for a couple, $6,493 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dallam County?

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

Is Dallam County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dallam County, TX would need approximately $2,790 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,332 per year ($6,028 per month). Dallam County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Dallam County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dallam County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 36.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dallam County?

The average home value in Dallam County, TX is $140,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,065, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dallam 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