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Nacogdoches, TX

Cost of living in Nacogdoches County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,550/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 64,897 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $859 34%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $303 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Nacogdoches County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$799
per month
1 bedroom
$859
per month
2 bedroom
$1,009
per month
3 bedroom
$1,237
per month
4 bedroom
$1,694
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Nacogdoches County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$51,528
per year
Individual earnings
$28,611
per year
Per capita
$28,856
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nacogdoches County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$158,200
Annual property tax
$1,464

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nacogdoches 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 Nacogdoches County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.3%

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 Nacogdoches 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 Nacogdoches County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.8 min
Drive alone
74.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nacogdoches County

What it costs to live in Nacogdoches County each month.

Single person
$2,550
per month
  • Rent $859
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $303
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,665
per month
  • Rent $1,009
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $515
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,035
per month
  • Rent $1,237
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $515
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Nacogdoches County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Nacogdoches County?

In Nacogdoches County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $859 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,009 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,237 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Nacogdoches County?

In Nacogdoches County, TX, the average household income is $51,528 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,611 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Nacogdoches County?

The estimated cost of living in Nacogdoches County, TX is approximately $2,550 per month for a single person, $3,665 for a couple, $6,035 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Nacogdoches County?

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

Is Nacogdoches County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Nacogdoches County, TX would need approximately $2,550 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $51,528 per year ($4,294 per month). Nacogdoches County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Nacogdoches County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nacogdoches County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Nacogdoches County?

The average home value in Nacogdoches County, TX is $158,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,464, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Nacogdoches County compare to other areas?

You can compare Nacogdoches County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Nacogdoches County is in the Nacogdoches, 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