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Victoria, TX

Cost of living in Goliad County, TX

Part of the Victoria Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,047/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,096 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,099 36%
Federal tax $560 18%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Goliad County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,092
per month
1 bedroom
$1,099
per month
2 bedroom
$1,392
per month
3 bedroom
$1,678
per month
4 bedroom
$1,846
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Goliad County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,556
per year
Individual earnings
$44,267
per year
Per capita
$38,705
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Goliad County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$182,800
Annual property tax
$1,892

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Goliad 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 Goliad County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.9%

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 Goliad 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 Goliad County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.5 min
Drive alone
79.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Goliad County

What it costs to live in Goliad County each month.

Single person
$3,047
per month
  • Rent $1,099
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $560
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,178
per month
  • Rent $1,392
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $645
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,606
per month
  • Rent $1,678
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $645
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Goliad County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Goliad County?

In Goliad County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,099 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,392 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,678 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Goliad County?

In Goliad County, TX, the average household income is $59,556 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,267 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Goliad County?

The estimated cost of living in Goliad County, TX is approximately $3,047 per month for a single person, $4,178 for a couple, $6,606 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Goliad County?

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

Is Goliad County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Goliad County, TX would need approximately $3,047 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,556 per year ($4,963 per month). Goliad County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Goliad County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Goliad County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Goliad County?

The average home value in Goliad County, TX is $182,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,892, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Goliad County compare to other areas?

You can compare Goliad County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Goliad County is in the Victoria, TX metro area.

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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