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Cost of living in Hood County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$3,083/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 64,198 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,122 36%
Federal tax $573 19%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hood County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,047
per month
1 bedroom
$1,122
per month
2 bedroom
$1,334
per month
3 bedroom
$1,607
per month
4 bedroom
$2,113
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hood County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$86,802
per year
Individual earnings
$45,062
per year
Per capita
$44,564
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hood County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$281,300
Annual property tax
$3,240

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hood 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 Hood County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.2%

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 Hood 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 Hood County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.7 min
Drive alone
78.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
12.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hood County

What it costs to live in Hood County each month.

Single person
$3,083
per month
  • Rent $1,122
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $573
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,566
per month
  • Rent $1,334
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,091
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,981
per month
  • Rent $1,607
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,091
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hood County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hood County?

In Hood County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,122 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,334 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,607 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hood County?

In Hood County, TX, the average household income is $86,802 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,062 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hood County?

The estimated cost of living in Hood County, TX is approximately $3,083 per month for a single person, $4,566 for a couple, $6,981 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hood County?

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

Is Hood County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hood County, TX would need approximately $3,083 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $86,802 per year ($7,234 per month). Hood County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hood County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hood County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hood County?

The average home value in Hood County, TX is $281,300, with average annual property taxes of $3,240, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hood County compare to other areas?

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