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Cost of living in Kleberg County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,623/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 30,629 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $899 34%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $336 13%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Kleberg County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$888
per month
1 bedroom
$899
per month
2 bedroom
$1,179
per month
3 bedroom
$1,420
per month
4 bedroom
$1,763
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kleberg County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,612
per year
Individual earnings
$30,646
per year
Per capita
$26,301
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kleberg County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$152,200
Annual property tax
$2,457

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kleberg 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 Kleberg County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.0%

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 Kleberg 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 Kleberg County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.5 min
Drive alone
75.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kleberg County

What it costs to live in Kleberg County each month.

Single person
$2,623
per month
  • Rent $899
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $336
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,933
per month
  • Rent $1,179
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $613
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,316
per month
  • Rent $1,420
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $613
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Kleberg County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kleberg County?

In Kleberg County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $899 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,179 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,420 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kleberg County?

In Kleberg County, TX, the average household income is $57,612 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,646 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kleberg County?

The estimated cost of living in Kleberg County, TX is approximately $2,623 per month for a single person, $3,933 for a couple, $6,316 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kleberg County?

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

Is Kleberg County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kleberg County, TX would need approximately $2,623 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,612 per year ($4,801 per month). Kleberg County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Kleberg County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kleberg County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kleberg County?

The average home value in Kleberg County, TX is $152,200, with average annual property taxes of $2,457, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kleberg County compare to other areas?

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