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Cost of living in Kaufman County, TX

Part of the Dallas Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,584/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 160,718 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,606 45%
Federal tax $590 16%
Healthcare $480 13%
Groceries $334 9%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Kaufman 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 Kaufman County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$88,606
per year
Individual earnings
$46,132
per year
Per capita
$34,131
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kaufman County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$290,800
Annual property tax
$5,036

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kaufman 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 Kaufman County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.1%

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 Kaufman 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 Kaufman County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.4 min
Drive alone
77.4%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kaufman County

What it costs to live in Kaufman County each month.

Single person
$3,584
per month
  • Rent $1,606
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $0
Couple
$5,145
per month
  • Rent $1,884
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,120
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,764
per month
  • Rent $2,361
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,120
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Kaufman County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kaufman County?

In Kaufman 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 Kaufman County?

In Kaufman County, TX, the average household income is $88,606 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,132 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kaufman County?

The estimated cost of living in Kaufman County, TX is approximately $3,584 per month for a single person, $5,145 for a couple, $7,764 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kaufman County?

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

Is Kaufman County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kaufman County, TX would need approximately $3,584 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $88,606 per year ($7,384 per month). Kaufman County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kaufman County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kaufman County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kaufman County?

The average home value in Kaufman County, TX is $290,800, with average annual property taxes of $5,036, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kaufman County compare to other areas?

You can compare Kaufman County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Kaufman 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