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Cost of living in Guadalupe County, TX

Part of the San Antonio Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,212/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 178,368 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,231 38%
Federal tax $593 18%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $334 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Guadalupe County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,116
per month
1 bedroom
$1,231
per month
2 bedroom
$1,501
per month
3 bedroom
$1,907
per month
4 bedroom
$2,243
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Guadalupe County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$93,776
per year
Individual earnings
$46,298
per year
Per capita
$39,766
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Guadalupe County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$285,900
Annual property tax
$4,270

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Guadalupe 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 Guadalupe County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.9%

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 Guadalupe 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 Guadalupe County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.8 min
Drive alone
76.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Guadalupe County

What it costs to live in Guadalupe County each month.

Single person
$3,212
per month
  • Rent $1,231
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $593
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,847
per month
  • Rent $1,501
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,205
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,395
per month
  • Rent $1,907
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,205
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Guadalupe County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Guadalupe County?

In Guadalupe County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,231 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,501 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,907 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Guadalupe County?

In Guadalupe County, TX, the average household income is $93,776 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,298 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Guadalupe County?

The estimated cost of living in Guadalupe County, TX is approximately $3,212 per month for a single person, $4,847 for a couple, $7,395 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Guadalupe County?

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

Is Guadalupe County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Guadalupe County, TX would need approximately $3,212 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $93,776 per year ($7,815 per month). Guadalupe County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Guadalupe County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Guadalupe County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Guadalupe County?

The average home value in Guadalupe County, TX is $285,900, with average annual property taxes of $4,270, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Guadalupe County compare to other areas?

You can compare Guadalupe County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Guadalupe County is in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, 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