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Cost of living in Lampasas County, TX

Part of the Killeen Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,601/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 22,267 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $787 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $426 16%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Lampasas County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$781
per month
1 bedroom
$787
per month
2 bedroom
$1,032
per month
3 bedroom
$1,360
per month
4 bedroom
$1,733
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lampasas County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$76,919
per year
Individual earnings
$36,099
per year
Per capita
$36,318
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lampasas County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$236,000
Annual property tax
$2,993

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lampasas 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 Lampasas County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.0%

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 Lampasas 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 Lampasas County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.4 min
Drive alone
76.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lampasas County

What it costs to live in Lampasas County each month.

Single person
$2,601
per month
  • Rent $787
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $426
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,102
per month
  • Rent $1,032
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $929
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,572
per month
  • Rent $1,360
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $929
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Lampasas County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lampasas County?

In Lampasas County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $787 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,032 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,360 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lampasas County?

In Lampasas County, TX, the average household income is $76,919 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,099 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lampasas County?

The estimated cost of living in Lampasas County, TX is approximately $2,601 per month for a single person, $4,102 for a couple, $6,572 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lampasas County?

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

Is Lampasas County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lampasas County, TX would need approximately $2,601 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $76,919 per year ($6,410 per month). Lampasas County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Lampasas County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lampasas County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lampasas County?

The average home value in Lampasas County, TX is $236,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,993, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lampasas County compare to other areas?

You can compare Lampasas County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Lampasas County is in the Killeen-Temple, 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