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Cost of living in Hartley County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,932/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,307 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $882 30%
Federal tax $662 23%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hartley County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$859
per month
1 bedroom
$882
per month
2 bedroom
$1,096
per month
3 bedroom
$1,454
per month
4 bedroom
$1,459
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hartley County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$82,122
per year
Individual earnings
$50,537
per year
Per capita
$30,181
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hartley County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$213,200
Annual property tax
$2,604

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hartley 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 Hartley County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.1%

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 Hartley 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 Hartley County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
12.6 min
Drive alone
82.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hartley County

What it costs to live in Hartley County each month.

Single person
$2,932
per month
  • Rent $882
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $662
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,251
per month
  • Rent $1,096
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,014
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,751
per month
  • Rent $1,454
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,014
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hartley County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hartley County?

In Hartley County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $882 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,096 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,454 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hartley County?

In Hartley County, TX, the average household income is $82,122 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $50,537 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hartley County?

The estimated cost of living in Hartley County, TX is approximately $2,932 per month for a single person, $4,251 for a couple, $6,751 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hartley County?

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

Is Hartley County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hartley County, TX would need approximately $2,932 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $82,122 per year ($6,844 per month). Hartley County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hartley County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hartley County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hartley County?

The average home value in Hartley County, TX is $213,200, with average annual property taxes of $2,604, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hartley 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