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Cost of living in Lamb County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,518/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,919 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $419 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Lamb County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,260
per month
4 bedroom
$1,550
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lamb County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,997
per year
Individual earnings
$35,688
per year
Per capita
$26,993
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lamb County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$76,600
Annual property tax
$913

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lamb 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 Lamb County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
25.5%

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 Lamb 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 Lamb County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.4 min
Drive alone
80.0%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
4.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lamb County

What it costs to live in Lamb County each month.

Single person
$2,518
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $419
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,677
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $603
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,146
per month
  • Rent $1,260
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $603
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Lamb County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lamb County?

In Lamb County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,260 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lamb County?

In Lamb County, TX, the average household income is $56,997 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,688 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lamb County?

The estimated cost of living in Lamb County, TX is approximately $2,518 per month for a single person, $3,677 for a couple, $6,146 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lamb County?

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

Is Lamb County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lamb County, TX would need approximately $2,518 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,997 per year ($4,750 per month). Lamb County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lamb County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lamb County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 25.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lamb County?

The average home value in Lamb County, TX is $76,600, with average annual property taxes of $913, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lamb 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