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Cost of living in Haskell County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,548/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,390 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $408 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Haskell County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,537
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Haskell County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,044
per year
Individual earnings
$35,040
per year
Per capita
$37,896
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Haskell County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$92,000
Annual property tax
$1,028

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Haskell 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 Haskell County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.3%

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 Haskell 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 Haskell County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.3 min
Drive alone
73.3%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
8.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Haskell County

What it costs to live in Haskell County each month.

Single person
$2,548
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $408
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,628
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $554
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,144
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $554
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Haskell County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Haskell County?

In Haskell County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Haskell County?

In Haskell County, TX, the average household income is $54,044 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,040 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Haskell County?

The estimated cost of living in Haskell County, TX is approximately $2,548 per month for a single person, $3,628 for a couple, $6,144 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Haskell County?

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

Is Haskell County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Haskell County, TX would need approximately $2,548 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,044 per year ($4,504 per month). Haskell County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Haskell County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Haskell County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Haskell County?

The average home value in Haskell County, TX is $92,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,028, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Haskell 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