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Cost of living in Limestone County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,515/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 22,185 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $416 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Limestone County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,445
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Limestone County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,109
per year
Individual earnings
$35,528
per year
Per capita
$27,878
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Limestone County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$154,400
Annual property tax
$1,833

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Limestone 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 Limestone County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.0%

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 Limestone 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 Limestone County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.9 min
Drive alone
84.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Limestone County

What it costs to live in Limestone County each month.

Single person
$2,515
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $416
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,695
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,028
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Limestone County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Limestone County?

In Limestone County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Limestone County?

In Limestone County, TX, the average household income is $58,109 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,528 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Limestone County?

The estimated cost of living in Limestone County, TX is approximately $2,515 per month for a single person, $3,695 for a couple, $6,028 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Limestone County?

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

Is Limestone County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Limestone County, TX would need approximately $2,515 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,109 per year ($4,842 per month). Limestone County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Limestone County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Limestone County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Limestone County?

The average home value in Limestone County, TX is $154,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,833, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Limestone 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