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Cost of living in Jim Hogg County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,375/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,797 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 32%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $235 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Jim Hogg County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,148
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jim Hogg County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$42,230
per year
Individual earnings
$24,261
per year
Per capita
$17,049
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jim Hogg County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$125,600
Annual property tax
$1,775

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jim Hogg 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 Jim Hogg County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
31.3%

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 Jim Hogg 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 Jim Hogg County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.1 min
Drive alone
72.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jim Hogg County

What it costs to live in Jim Hogg County each month.

Single person
$2,375
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $235
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,452
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,809
per month
  • Rent $1,148
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Jim Hogg County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jim Hogg County?

In Jim Hogg County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,148 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Jim Hogg County?

In Jim Hogg County, TX, the average household income is $42,230 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $24,261 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jim Hogg County?

The estimated cost of living in Jim Hogg County, TX is approximately $2,375 per month for a single person, $3,452 for a couple, $5,809 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jim Hogg County?

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

Is Jim Hogg County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jim Hogg County, TX would need approximately $2,375 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $42,230 per year ($3,519 per month). Jim Hogg County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jim Hogg County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jim Hogg County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 31.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jim Hogg County?

The average home value in Jim Hogg County, TX is $125,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,775, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jim Hogg 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