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Cost of living in La Salle County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,390/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,946 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $755 32%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $247 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in La Salle County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$735
per month
1 bedroom
$755
per month
2 bedroom
$937
per month
3 bedroom
$1,313
per month
4 bedroom
$1,401
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in La Salle County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,469
per year
Individual earnings
$25,076
per year
Per capita
$16,317
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in La Salle County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$101,000
Annual property tax
$1,577

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in La Salle 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 La Salle County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.9%

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 La Salle 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 La Salle County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.0 min
Drive alone
79.7%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
3.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for La Salle County

What it costs to live in La Salle County each month.

Single person
$2,390
per month
  • Rent $755
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $247
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,656
per month
  • Rent $937
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $578
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,174
per month
  • Rent $1,313
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $578
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about La Salle County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in La Salle County?

In La Salle County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $755 per month, a two-bedroom averages $937 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,313 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in La Salle County?

In La Salle County, TX, the average household income is $55,469 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $25,076 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in La Salle County?

The estimated cost of living in La Salle County, TX is approximately $2,390 per month for a single person, $3,656 for a couple, $6,174 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in La Salle County?

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

Is La Salle County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in La Salle County, TX would need approximately $2,390 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,469 per year ($4,622 per month). La Salle County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in La Salle County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in La Salle County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in La Salle County?

The average home value in La Salle County, TX is $101,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,577, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does La Salle 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