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Cost of living in Dimmit County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,467/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,507 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 34%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $236 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Dimmit County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dimmit County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$33,409
per year
Individual earnings
$24,297
per year
Per capita
$20,919
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dimmit County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$80,300
Annual property tax
$917

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dimmit 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 Dimmit 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 Dimmit 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 Dimmit County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.4 min
Drive alone
83.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dimmit County

What it costs to live in Dimmit County each month.

Single person
$2,467
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $236
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,322
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $248
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,838
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $248
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Dimmit County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dimmit County?

In Dimmit County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dimmit County?

In Dimmit County, TX, the average household income is $33,409 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $24,297 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dimmit County?

The estimated cost of living in Dimmit County, TX is approximately $2,467 per month for a single person, $3,322 for a couple, $5,838 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dimmit County?

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

Is Dimmit County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dimmit County, TX would need approximately $2,467 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $33,409 per year ($2,784 per month). Dimmit County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Dimmit County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dimmit 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 Dimmit County?

The average home value in Dimmit County, TX is $80,300, with average annual property taxes of $917, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dimmit 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