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Cost of living in Jim Wells County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,542/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 38,863 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $771 30%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $383 15%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Jim Wells County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$766
per month
1 bedroom
$771
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jim Wells County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,492
per year
Individual earnings
$33,488
per year
Per capita
$25,529
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jim Wells County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$104,800
Annual property tax
$1,311

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jim Wells 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 Wells County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.3%

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 Wells 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 Wells County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.8 min
Drive alone
80.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jim Wells County

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

Single person
$2,542
per month
  • Rent $771
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $383
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,529
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $455
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,045
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $455
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Jim Wells County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jim Wells County?

In Jim Wells County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $771 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Jim Wells County?

In Jim Wells County, TX, the average household income is $47,492 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,488 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jim Wells County?

The estimated cost of living in Jim Wells County, TX is approximately $2,542 per month for a single person, $3,529 for a couple, $6,045 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jim Wells County?

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

Is Jim Wells County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jim Wells County, TX would need approximately $2,542 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,492 per year ($3,958 per month). Jim Wells County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jim Wells County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jim Wells County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jim Wells County?

The average home value in Jim Wells County, TX is $104,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,311, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jim Wells County compare to other areas?

You can compare Jim Wells County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Jim Wells County is in the Alice, 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