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Cost of living in Jeff Davis County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,659/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,740 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $786 30%
Federal tax $485 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Jeff Davis County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$766
per month
1 bedroom
$786
per month
2 bedroom
$976
per month
3 bedroom
$1,273
per month
4 bedroom
$1,459
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jeff Davis County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$32,625
per year
Individual earnings
$39,688
per year
Per capita
$35,662
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jeff Davis County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$234,400
Annual property tax
$1,283

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jeff Davis 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 Jeff Davis County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
19.3%

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 Jeff Davis 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 Jeff Davis County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
11.4 min
Drive alone
70.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
15.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jeff Davis County

What it costs to live in Jeff Davis County each month.

Single person
$2,659
per month
  • Rent $786
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $485
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,354
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $237
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,793
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $237
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Jeff Davis County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jeff Davis County?

In Jeff Davis County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $786 per month, a two-bedroom averages $976 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,273 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Jeff Davis County?

In Jeff Davis County, TX, the average household income is $32,625 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,688 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jeff Davis County?

The estimated cost of living in Jeff Davis County, TX is approximately $2,659 per month for a single person, $3,354 for a couple, $5,793 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jeff Davis County?

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

Is Jeff Davis County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jeff Davis County, TX would need approximately $2,659 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $32,625 per year ($2,719 per month). Jeff Davis County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jeff Davis County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jeff Davis County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 19.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jeff Davis County?

The average home value in Jeff Davis County, TX is $234,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,283, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jeff Davis 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