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Cost of living in Hunt County, TX

Part of the Dallas Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,450/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 104,917 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,606 47%
Healthcare $480 14%
Federal tax $456 13%
Groceries $334 10%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hunt County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,531
per month
1 bedroom
$1,606
per month
2 bedroom
$1,884
per month
3 bedroom
$2,361
per month
4 bedroom
$3,033
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hunt County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,112
per year
Individual earnings
$37,944
per year
Per capita
$32,446
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hunt County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$210,900
Annual property tax
$2,736

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hunt 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 Hunt County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.3%

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 Hunt 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 Hunt County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
32.2 min
Drive alone
78.4%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
8.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hunt County

What it costs to live in Hunt County each month.

Single person
$3,450
per month
  • Rent $1,606
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $456
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,842
per month
  • Rent $1,884
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $817
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,461
per month
  • Rent $2,361
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $817
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hunt County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hunt County?

In Hunt County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,606 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,884 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,361 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hunt County?

In Hunt County, TX, the average household income is $70,112 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,944 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hunt County?

The estimated cost of living in Hunt County, TX is approximately $3,450 per month for a single person, $4,842 for a couple, $7,461 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hunt County?

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

Is Hunt County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hunt County, TX would need approximately $3,450 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,112 per year ($5,843 per month). Hunt County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hunt County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hunt County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hunt County?

The average home value in Hunt County, TX is $210,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,736, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hunt County compare to other areas?

You can compare Hunt County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Hunt County is in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, 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