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Cost of living in Kinney County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,611/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,140 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $786 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $437 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Kinney 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 Kinney County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,341
per year
Individual earnings
$36,795
per year
Per capita
$34,491
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kinney County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$88,500
Annual property tax
$1,244

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kinney 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 Kinney County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.2%

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 Kinney 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 Kinney County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.7 min
Drive alone
81.0%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
4.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kinney County

What it costs to live in Kinney County each month.

Single person
$2,611
per month
  • Rent $786
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $437
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,873
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $756
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,312
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $756
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Kinney County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kinney County?

In Kinney 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 Kinney County?

In Kinney County, TX, the average household income is $66,341 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,795 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kinney County?

The estimated cost of living in Kinney County, TX is approximately $2,611 per month for a single person, $3,873 for a couple, $6,312 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kinney County?

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

Is Kinney County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kinney County, TX would need approximately $2,611 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,341 per year ($5,528 per month). Kinney County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kinney County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kinney County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kinney County?

The average home value in Kinney County, TX is $88,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,244, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kinney 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