Cost of living in McMullen County, TX
Population 623 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in McMullen County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in McMullen County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in McMullen County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in McMullen County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in McMullen County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 McMullen County
State and local tax rates for Texas.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in McMullen County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for McMullen County
What it costs to live in McMullen County each month.
- Rent $786
- Energy $199
- Water $55
- Groceries $334
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $408
- State tax $0
- Rent $976
- Energy $239
- Water $65
- Groceries $553
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $431
- State tax $0
- Rent $1,273
- Energy $298
- Water $75
- Groceries $840
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $431
- State tax $0
Frequently asked questions about McMullen County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in McMullen County?
In McMullen County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $786 per month, a two-bedroom averages $976 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,273 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in McMullen County?
In McMullen County, TX, the average household income is $45,833 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,000 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in McMullen County?
The estimated cost of living in McMullen County, TX is approximately $2,582 per month for a single person, $3,548 for a couple, $5,987 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in McMullen County?
The combined sales tax rate in McMullen County, TX is 8.19%, which includes the Texas state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 1.94%.
Is McMullen County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in McMullen County, TX would need approximately $2,582 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $45,833 per year ($3,819 per month). McMullen County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in McMullen County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in McMullen 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 McMullen County?
The average home value in McMullen County, TX is $108,800, with average annual property taxes of $2,167, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does McMullen 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