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Cost of living in Montague County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,672/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 20,599 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $835 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $449 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Montague County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$830
per month
1 bedroom
$835
per month
2 bedroom
$1,096
per month
3 bedroom
$1,433
per month
4 bedroom
$1,639
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Montague County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,818
per year
Individual earnings
$37,490
per year
Per capita
$30,689
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Montague County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$189,400
Annual property tax
$1,802

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Montague 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 Montague County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.1%

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 Montague 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 Montague County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.2 min
Drive alone
78.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
8.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Montague County

What it costs to live in Montague County each month.

Single person
$2,672
per month
  • Rent $835
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $449
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,935
per month
  • Rent $1,096
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $698
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,414
per month
  • Rent $1,433
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $698
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Montague County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Montague County?

In Montague County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $835 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,096 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,433 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Montague County?

In Montague County, TX, the average household income is $62,818 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,490 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Montague County?

The estimated cost of living in Montague County, TX is approximately $2,672 per month for a single person, $3,935 for a couple, $6,414 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Montague County?

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

Is Montague County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Montague County, TX would need approximately $2,672 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,818 per year ($5,235 per month). Montague County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Montague County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Montague County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Montague County?

The average home value in Montague County, TX is $189,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,802, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Montague 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