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Cost of living in Lavaca County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,747/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 20,479 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $839 31%
Federal tax $520 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Lavaca County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$798
per month
1 bedroom
$839
per month
2 bedroom
$1,017
per month
3 bedroom
$1,225
per month
4 bedroom
$1,585
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lavaca County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,768
per year
Individual earnings
$41,854
per year
Per capita
$35,549
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lavaca County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$220,900
Annual property tax
$2,113

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lavaca 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 Lavaca County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.1%

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 Lavaca 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 Lavaca County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.9 min
Drive alone
80.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lavaca County

What it costs to live in Lavaca County each month.

Single person
$2,747
per month
  • Rent $839
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $520
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,839
per month
  • Rent $1,017
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $681
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,189
per month
  • Rent $1,225
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $681
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Lavaca County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lavaca County?

In Lavaca County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $839 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,017 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,225 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lavaca County?

In Lavaca County, TX, the average household income is $61,768 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,854 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lavaca County?

The estimated cost of living in Lavaca County, TX is approximately $2,747 per month for a single person, $3,839 for a couple, $6,189 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lavaca County?

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

Is Lavaca County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lavaca County, TX would need approximately $2,747 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,768 per year ($5,147 per month). Lavaca County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lavaca County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lavaca County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lavaca County?

The average home value in Lavaca County, TX is $220,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,113, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lavaca 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