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Cost of living in Medina County, TX

Part of the San Antonio Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,801/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 52,419 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $908 32%
Federal tax $505 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Medina County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$885
per month
1 bedroom
$908
per month
2 bedroom
$1,191
per month
3 bedroom
$1,573
per month
4 bedroom
$1,579
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Medina County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$73,462
per year
Individual earnings
$40,913
per year
Per capita
$32,091
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Medina County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$220,000
Annual property tax
$2,881

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Medina 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 Medina County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.7%

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 Medina 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 Medina County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.4 min
Drive alone
72.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Medina County

What it costs to live in Medina County each month.

Single person
$2,801
per month
  • Rent $908
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $505
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,204
per month
  • Rent $1,191
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $872
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,728
per month
  • Rent $1,573
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $872
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Medina County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Medina County?

In Medina County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $908 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,191 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,573 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Medina County?

In Medina County, TX, the average household income is $73,462 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,913 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Medina County?

The estimated cost of living in Medina County, TX is approximately $2,801 per month for a single person, $4,204 for a couple, $6,728 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Medina County?

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

Is Medina County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Medina County, TX would need approximately $2,801 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $73,462 per year ($6,122 per month). Medina County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Medina County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Medina County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Medina County?

The average home value in Medina County, TX is $220,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,881, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Medina County compare to other areas?

You can compare Medina County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Medina County is in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, 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