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Cost of living in Grimes County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,590/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 30,385 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $785 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $417 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Grimes County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$764
per month
1 bedroom
$785
per month
2 bedroom
$974
per month
3 bedroom
$1,173
per month
4 bedroom
$1,456
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Grimes County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,080
per year
Individual earnings
$35,563
per year
Per capita
$31,961
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Grimes County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$226,600
Annual property tax
$2,480

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Grimes 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 Grimes County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.4%

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 Grimes 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 Grimes County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.8 min
Drive alone
80.0%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Grimes County

What it costs to live in Grimes County each month.

Single person
$2,590
per month
  • Rent $785
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $417
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,883
per month
  • Rent $974
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,224
per month
  • Rent $1,173
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Grimes County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Grimes County?

In Grimes County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $785 per month, a two-bedroom averages $974 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,173 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Grimes County?

In Grimes County, TX, the average household income is $67,080 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,563 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Grimes County?

The estimated cost of living in Grimes County, TX is approximately $2,590 per month for a single person, $3,883 for a couple, $6,224 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Grimes County?

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

Is Grimes County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Grimes County, TX would need approximately $2,590 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,080 per year ($5,590 per month). Grimes County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Grimes County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Grimes County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Grimes County?

The average home value in Grimes County, TX is $226,600, with average annual property taxes of $2,480, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Grimes 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