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Cost of living in Ochiltree County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,748/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,852 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $795 29%
Federal tax $565 21%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Ochiltree County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$774
per month
1 bedroom
$795
per month
2 bedroom
$987
per month
3 bedroom
$1,244
per month
4 bedroom
$1,476
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ochiltree County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,988
per year
Individual earnings
$44,615
per year
Per capita
$33,106
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ochiltree County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$137,200
Annual property tax
$1,924

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ochiltree 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 Ochiltree County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.9%

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 Ochiltree 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 Ochiltree County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.5 min
Drive alone
76.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
2.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ochiltree County

What it costs to live in Ochiltree County each month.

Single person
$2,748
per month
  • Rent $795
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $565
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,862
per month
  • Rent $987
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $734
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,261
per month
  • Rent $1,244
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $734
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Ochiltree County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ochiltree County?

In Ochiltree County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $795 per month, a two-bedroom averages $987 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,244 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Ochiltree County?

In Ochiltree County, TX, the average household income is $64,988 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,615 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ochiltree County?

The estimated cost of living in Ochiltree County, TX is approximately $2,748 per month for a single person, $3,862 for a couple, $6,261 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ochiltree County?

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

Is Ochiltree County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ochiltree County, TX would need approximately $2,748 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,988 per year ($5,416 per month). Ochiltree County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Ochiltree County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ochiltree County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ochiltree County?

The average home value in Ochiltree County, TX is $137,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,924, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ochiltree 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