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Cost of living in Irion County, TX

Part of the San Angelo Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,907/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,432 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $998 34%
Federal tax $521 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Irion County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$863
per month
1 bedroom
$998
per month
2 bedroom
$1,258
per month
3 bedroom
$1,691
per month
4 bedroom
$2,078
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Irion County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,125
per year
Individual earnings
$41,900
per year
Per capita
$32,883
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Irion County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$152,600
Annual property tax
$1,456

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Irion 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 Irion County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.6%

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 Irion 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 Irion County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.3 min
Drive alone
84.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Irion County

What it costs to live in Irion County each month.

Single person
$2,907
per month
  • Rent $998
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $521
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,020
per month
  • Rent $1,258
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,595
per month
  • Rent $1,691
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Irion County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Irion County?

In Irion County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $998 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,258 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,691 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Irion County?

In Irion County, TX, the average household income is $58,125 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,900 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Irion County?

The estimated cost of living in Irion County, TX is approximately $2,907 per month for a single person, $4,020 for a couple, $6,595 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Irion County?

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

Is Irion County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Irion County, TX would need approximately $2,907 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,125 per year ($4,844 per month). Irion County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Irion County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Irion County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Irion County?

The average home value in Irion County, TX is $152,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,456, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Irion County compare to other areas?

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