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Cost of living in DeWitt County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,663/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,853 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $848 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $427 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in DeWitt County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$825
per month
1 bedroom
$848
per month
2 bedroom
$1,052
per month
3 bedroom
$1,292
per month
4 bedroom
$1,573
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in DeWitt County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,014
per year
Individual earnings
$36,203
per year
Per capita
$30,723
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in DeWitt County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$167,200
Annual property tax
$1,437

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in DeWitt 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 DeWitt County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.5%

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 DeWitt 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 DeWitt County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.7 min
Drive alone
82.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for DeWitt County

What it costs to live in DeWitt County each month.

Single person
$2,663
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $427
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,911
per month
  • Rent $1,052
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $718
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,293
per month
  • Rent $1,292
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $718
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about DeWitt County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in DeWitt County?

In DeWitt County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $848 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,052 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,292 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in DeWitt County?

In DeWitt County, TX, the average household income is $64,014 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,203 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in DeWitt County?

The estimated cost of living in DeWitt County, TX is approximately $2,663 per month for a single person, $3,911 for a couple, $6,293 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in DeWitt County?

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

Is DeWitt County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in DeWitt County, TX would need approximately $2,663 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,014 per year ($5,335 per month). DeWitt County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in DeWitt County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in DeWitt County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in DeWitt County?

The average home value in DeWitt County, TX is $167,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,437, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does DeWitt 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