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Cost of living in Motley County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,401/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,267 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 31%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $334 14%
Federal tax $331 14%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Motley County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Motley County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,857
per year
Individual earnings
$30,281
per year
Per capita
$29,882
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Motley County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$81,100
Annual property tax
$890

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Motley 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 Motley County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
19.9%

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 Motley 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 Motley County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.7 min
Drive alone
66.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
11.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Motley County

What it costs to live in Motley County each month.

Single person
$2,401
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $331
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,703
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $699
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,036
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $699
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Motley County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Motley County?

In Motley County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 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 Motley County?

In Motley County, TX, the average household income is $62,857 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,281 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Motley County?

The estimated cost of living in Motley County, TX is approximately $2,401 per month for a single person, $3,703 for a couple, $6,036 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Motley County?

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

Is Motley County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Motley County, TX would need approximately $2,401 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,857 per year ($5,238 per month). Motley County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Motley County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Motley County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 19.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Motley County?

The average home value in Motley County, TX is $81,100, with average annual property taxes of $890, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Motley 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