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Cost of living in Donley County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,435/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,276 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $406 17%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Donley County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,273
per month
4 bedroom
$1,319
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Donley County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,648
per year
Individual earnings
$34,871
per year
Per capita
$27,623
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Donley County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$90,500
Annual property tax
$1,019

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Donley 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 Donley County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.2%

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 Donley 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 Donley County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.0 min
Drive alone
68.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Donley County

What it costs to live in Donley County each month.

Single person
$2,435
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $406
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,601
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $597
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,083
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $597
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Donley County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Donley County?

In Donley County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,273 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Donley County?

In Donley County, TX, the average household income is $56,648 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,871 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Donley County?

The estimated cost of living in Donley County, TX is approximately $2,435 per month for a single person, $3,601 for a couple, $6,083 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Donley County?

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

Is Donley County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Donley County, TX would need approximately $2,435 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,648 per year ($4,721 per month). Donley County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Donley County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Donley County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Donley County?

The average home value in Donley County, TX is $90,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,019, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Donley 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