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Cost of living in Menard County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,678/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,964 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 28%
Federal tax $538 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Menard County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Menard County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,191
per year
Individual earnings
$42,926
per year
Per capita
$32,986
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Menard County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$105,300
Annual property tax
$1,747

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Menard 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 Menard County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.8%

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 Menard 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 Menard County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.5 min
Drive alone
81.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Menard County

What it costs to live in Menard County each month.

Single person
$2,678
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $538
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,539
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $465
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,055
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $465
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Menard County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Menard County?

In Menard County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Menard County?

In Menard County, TX, the average household income is $48,191 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,926 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Menard County?

The estimated cost of living in Menard County, TX is approximately $2,678 per month for a single person, $3,539 for a couple, $6,055 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Menard County?

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

Is Menard County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Menard County, TX would need approximately $2,678 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,191 per year ($4,016 per month). Menard County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Menard County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Menard County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Menard County?

The average home value in Menard County, TX is $105,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,747, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Menard 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