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Cost of living in Parmer County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,630/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,752 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $727 28%
Federal tax $515 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Parmer County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$722
per month
1 bedroom
$727
per month
2 bedroom
$954
per month
3 bedroom
$1,149
per month
4 bedroom
$1,590
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Parmer County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,164
per year
Individual earnings
$41,532
per year
Per capita
$29,776
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Parmer County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$127,300
Annual property tax
$1,994

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Parmer 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 Parmer County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
22.7%

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 Parmer 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 Parmer County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.8 min
Drive alone
82.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
2.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Parmer County

What it costs to live in Parmer County each month.

Single person
$2,630
per month
  • Rent $727
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $515
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,881
per month
  • Rent $954
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $786
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,218
per month
  • Rent $1,149
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $786
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Parmer County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Parmer County?

In Parmer County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $727 per month, a two-bedroom averages $954 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,149 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Parmer County?

In Parmer County, TX, the average household income is $68,164 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,532 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Parmer County?

The estimated cost of living in Parmer County, TX is approximately $2,630 per month for a single person, $3,881 for a couple, $6,218 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Parmer County?

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

Is Parmer County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Parmer County, TX would need approximately $2,630 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,164 per year ($5,680 per month). Parmer County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Parmer County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Parmer County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 22.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Parmer County?

The average home value in Parmer County, TX is $127,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,994, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Parmer 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