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Cost of living in Foard County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,496/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,079 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $737 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $441 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Foard County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$714
per month
1 bedroom
$737
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,217
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Foard County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$42,212
per year
Individual earnings
$37,019
per year
Per capita
$27,873
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Foard County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$71,400
Annual property tax
$844

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Foard 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 Foard County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.8%

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 Foard 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 Foard County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.5 min
Drive alone
65.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Foard County

What it costs to live in Foard County each month.

Single person
$2,496
per month
  • Rent $737
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $441
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,382
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,808
per month
  • Rent $1,217
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Foard County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Foard County?

In Foard County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $737 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,217 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Foard County?

In Foard County, TX, the average household income is $42,212 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,019 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Foard County?

The estimated cost of living in Foard County, TX is approximately $2,496 per month for a single person, $3,382 for a couple, $5,808 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Foard County?

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

Is Foard County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Foard County, TX would need approximately $2,496 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $42,212 per year ($3,518 per month). Foard County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Foard County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Foard County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Foard County?

The average home value in Foard County, TX is $71,400, with average annual property taxes of $844, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Foard 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