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Cost of living in Dawson County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,551/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,311 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $718 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $445 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Dawson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$713
per month
1 bedroom
$718
per month
2 bedroom
$942
per month
3 bedroom
$1,135
per month
4 bedroom
$1,249
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dawson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,789
per year
Individual earnings
$37,273
per year
Per capita
$26,182
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dawson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$90,800
Annual property tax
$1,567

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dawson 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 Dawson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
22.4%

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 Dawson 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 Dawson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.1 min
Drive alone
72.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dawson County

What it costs to live in Dawson County each month.

Single person
$2,551
per month
  • Rent $718
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $445
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,666
per month
  • Rent $942
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $583
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,001
per month
  • Rent $1,135
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $583
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Dawson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dawson County?

In Dawson County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $718 per month, a two-bedroom averages $942 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,135 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dawson County?

In Dawson County, TX, the average household income is $55,789 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,273 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dawson County?

The estimated cost of living in Dawson County, TX is approximately $2,551 per month for a single person, $3,666 for a couple, $6,001 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dawson County?

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

Is Dawson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dawson County, TX would need approximately $2,551 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,789 per year ($4,649 per month). Dawson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Dawson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dawson County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 22.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dawson County?

The average home value in Dawson County, TX is $90,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,567, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dawson 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