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Cost of living in Kimble County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,494/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,355 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $395 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Kimble County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,185
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kimble County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,703
per year
Individual earnings
$34,224
per year
Per capita
$37,812
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kimble County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$173,100
Annual property tax
$2,173

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kimble 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 Kimble County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.7%

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 Kimble 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 Kimble County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.9 min
Drive alone
76.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kimble County

What it costs to live in Kimble County each month.

Single person
$2,494
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $395
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,819
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $745
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,213
per month
  • Rent $1,185
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $745
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Kimble County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kimble County?

In Kimble County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,185 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kimble County?

In Kimble County, TX, the average household income is $65,703 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,224 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kimble County?

The estimated cost of living in Kimble County, TX is approximately $2,494 per month for a single person, $3,819 for a couple, $6,213 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kimble County?

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

Is Kimble County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kimble County, TX would need approximately $2,494 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,703 per year ($5,475 per month). Kimble County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kimble County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kimble County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kimble County?

The average home value in Kimble County, TX is $173,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,173, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kimble 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