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Cost of living in Frio County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,639/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,019 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $844 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $407 15%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Frio County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$750
per month
1 bedroom
$844
per month
2 bedroom
$990
per month
3 bedroom
$1,291
per month
4 bedroom
$1,662
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Frio County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,098
per year
Individual earnings
$34,968
per year
Per capita
$22,170
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Frio County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$110,100
Annual property tax
$1,751

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Frio 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 Frio County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.5%

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 Frio 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 Frio County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.1 min
Drive alone
79.9%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
1.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Frio County

What it costs to live in Frio County each month.

Single person
$2,639
per month
  • Rent $844
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $407
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,784
per month
  • Rent $990
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $653
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,227
per month
  • Rent $1,291
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $653
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Frio County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Frio County?

In Frio County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $844 per month, a two-bedroom averages $990 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,291 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Frio County?

In Frio County, TX, the average household income is $60,098 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,968 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Frio County?

The estimated cost of living in Frio County, TX is approximately $2,639 per month for a single person, $3,784 for a couple, $6,227 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Frio County?

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

Is Frio County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Frio County, TX would need approximately $2,639 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,098 per year ($5,008 per month). Frio County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Frio County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Frio County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Frio County?

The average home value in Frio County, TX is $110,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,751, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Frio 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