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Cost of living in Hudspeth County, TX

Part of the El Paso Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,537/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,331 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $902 36%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $247 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hudspeth County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$726
per month
1 bedroom
$902
per month
2 bedroom
$1,054
per month
3 bedroom
$1,270
per month
4 bedroom
$1,770
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hudspeth County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$39,336
per year
Individual earnings
$25,046
per year
Per capita
$19,142
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hudspeth County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$57,400
Annual property tax
$677

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hudspeth 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 Hudspeth County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
33.6%

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 Hudspeth 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 Hudspeth County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.8 min
Drive alone
77.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hudspeth County

What it costs to live in Hudspeth County each month.

Single person
$2,537
per month
  • Rent $902
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $247
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,530
per month
  • Rent $1,054
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $335
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,888
per month
  • Rent $1,270
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $335
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hudspeth County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hudspeth County?

In Hudspeth County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $902 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,054 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,270 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hudspeth County?

In Hudspeth County, TX, the average household income is $39,336 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $25,046 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hudspeth County?

The estimated cost of living in Hudspeth County, TX is approximately $2,537 per month for a single person, $3,530 for a couple, $5,888 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hudspeth County?

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

Is Hudspeth County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hudspeth County, TX would need approximately $2,537 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $39,336 per year ($3,278 per month). Hudspeth County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hudspeth County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hudspeth County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 33.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hudspeth County?

The average home value in Hudspeth County, TX is $57,400, with average annual property taxes of $677, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hudspeth County compare to other areas?

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