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Cost of living in Liberty County, TX

Part of the Houston Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,141/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 97,993 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,279 41%
Healthcare $480 15%
Federal tax $474 15%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Liberty County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,226
per month
1 bedroom
$1,279
per month
2 bedroom
$1,529
per month
3 bedroom
$2,038
per month
4 bedroom
$2,568
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Liberty County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,773
per year
Individual earnings
$39,050
per year
Per capita
$26,368
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Liberty County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$167,100
Annual property tax
$2,091

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Liberty 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 Liberty County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
25.6%

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 Liberty 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 Liberty County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
39.0 min
Drive alone
78.8%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Liberty County

What it costs to live in Liberty County each month.

Single person
$3,141
per month
  • Rent $1,279
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $474
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,400
per month
  • Rent $1,529
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $730
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,051
per month
  • Rent $2,038
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $730
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Liberty County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Liberty County?

In Liberty County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,279 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,529 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,038 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Liberty County?

In Liberty County, TX, the average household income is $64,773 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,050 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Liberty County?

The estimated cost of living in Liberty County, TX is approximately $3,141 per month for a single person, $4,400 for a couple, $7,051 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Liberty County?

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

Is Liberty County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Liberty County, TX would need approximately $3,141 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,773 per year ($5,398 per month). Liberty County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Liberty County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Liberty County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 25.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Liberty County?

The average home value in Liberty County, TX is $167,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,091, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Liberty County compare to other areas?

You can compare Liberty County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Liberty County is in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, 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