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Cost of living in Harrison County, TX

Part of the Longview Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,714/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 69,584 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $912 34%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $414 15%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Harrison County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$820
per month
1 bedroom
$912
per month
2 bedroom
$1,196
per month
3 bedroom
$1,441
per month
4 bedroom
$1,586
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Harrison County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,040
per year
Individual earnings
$35,371
per year
Per capita
$31,547
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Harrison County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$178,200
Annual property tax
$1,811

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Harrison 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 Harrison County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.6%

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 Harrison 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 Harrison County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.5 min
Drive alone
80.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Harrison County

What it costs to live in Harrison County each month.

Single person
$2,714
per month
  • Rent $912
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $414
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,088
per month
  • Rent $1,196
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $751
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,475
per month
  • Rent $1,441
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $751
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Harrison County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Harrison County?

In Harrison County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $912 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,196 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,441 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Harrison County?

In Harrison County, TX, the average household income is $66,040 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,371 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Harrison County?

The estimated cost of living in Harrison County, TX is approximately $2,714 per month for a single person, $4,088 for a couple, $6,475 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Harrison County?

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

Is Harrison County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Harrison County, TX would need approximately $2,714 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,040 per year ($5,503 per month). Harrison County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Harrison County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Harrison County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Harrison County?

The average home value in Harrison County, TX is $178,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,811, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Harrison County compare to other areas?

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