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Cost of living in Hansford County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,564/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,182 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $765 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $411 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hansford County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$760
per month
1 bedroom
$765
per month
2 bedroom
$988
per month
3 bedroom
$1,294
per month
4 bedroom
$1,310
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hansford County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,299
per year
Individual earnings
$35,210
per year
Per capita
$34,184
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hansford County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$132,100
Annual property tax
$2,165

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hansford 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 Hansford County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
19.0%

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 Hansford 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 Hansford County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.6 min
Drive alone
83.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
2.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hansford County

What it costs to live in Hansford County each month.

Single person
$2,564
per month
  • Rent $765
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $411
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,917
per month
  • Rent $988
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $788
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,365
per month
  • Rent $1,294
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $788
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hansford County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hansford County?

In Hansford County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $765 per month, a two-bedroom averages $988 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,294 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hansford County?

In Hansford County, TX, the average household income is $68,299 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,210 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hansford County?

The estimated cost of living in Hansford County, TX is approximately $2,564 per month for a single person, $3,917 for a couple, $6,365 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hansford County?

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

Is Hansford County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hansford County, TX would need approximately $2,564 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,299 per year ($5,692 per month). Hansford County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hansford County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hansford County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 19.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hansford County?

The average home value in Hansford County, TX is $132,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,165, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hansford 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