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Cost of living in Gonzales County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,559/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,764 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $460 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Gonzales County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$644
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,383
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Gonzales County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,355
per year
Individual earnings
$38,198
per year
Per capita
$31,773
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Gonzales County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$158,900
Annual property tax
$1,949

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Gonzales 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 Gonzales County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.4%

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 Gonzales 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 Gonzales County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.4 min
Drive alone
83.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Gonzales County

What it costs to live in Gonzales County each month.

Single person
$2,559
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $460
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,715
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $641
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,231
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $641
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Gonzales County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Gonzales County?

In Gonzales County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 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 Gonzales County?

In Gonzales County, TX, the average household income is $59,355 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,198 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Gonzales County?

The estimated cost of living in Gonzales County, TX is approximately $2,559 per month for a single person, $3,715 for a couple, $6,231 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Gonzales County?

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

Is Gonzales County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Gonzales County, TX would need approximately $2,559 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,355 per year ($4,946 per month). Gonzales County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Gonzales County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Gonzales County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Gonzales County?

The average home value in Gonzales County, TX is $158,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,949, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Gonzales 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