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Cost of living in Hale County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,603/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 32,247 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $372 14%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hale County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$843
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,243
per month
4 bedroom
$1,461
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hale County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,788
per year
Individual earnings
$32,797
per year
Per capita
$24,606
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hale County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$106,100
Annual property tax
$1,471

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hale 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 Hale County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
23.5%

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 Hale 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 Hale County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.1 min
Drive alone
80.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hale County

What it costs to live in Hale County each month.

Single person
$2,603
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $372
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,608
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $534
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,060
per month
  • Rent $1,243
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $534
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hale County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hale County?

In Hale County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,243 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hale County?

In Hale County, TX, the average household income is $52,788 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,797 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hale County?

The estimated cost of living in Hale County, TX is approximately $2,603 per month for a single person, $3,608 for a couple, $6,060 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hale County?

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

Is Hale County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hale County, TX would need approximately $2,603 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,788 per year ($4,399 per month). Hale County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hale County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hale County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 23.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hale County?

The average home value in Hale County, TX is $106,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,471, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hale County compare to other areas?

You can compare Hale County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Hale County is in the Plainview, 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