Cost of living in Pecos County, TX
Population 14,983 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Pecos County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Pecos County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Pecos County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Pecos County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Pecos County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Pecos County
State and local tax rates for Texas.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Pecos County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Pecos County
What it costs to live in Pecos County each month.
- Rent $843
- Energy $199
- Water $55
- Groceries $334
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $544
- State tax $0
- Rent $933
- Energy $239
- Water $65
- Groceries $553
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $778
- State tax $0
- Rent $1,307
- Energy $298
- Water $75
- Groceries $840
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $778
- State tax $0
Frequently asked questions about Pecos County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Pecos County?
In Pecos County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Pecos County?
In Pecos County, TX, the average household income is $67,689 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,345 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Pecos County?
The estimated cost of living in Pecos County, TX is approximately $2,775 per month for a single person, $3,852 for a couple, $6,368 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Pecos County?
The combined sales tax rate in Pecos County, TX is 8.19%, which includes the Texas state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 1.94%.
Is Pecos County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Pecos County, TX would need approximately $2,775 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,689 per year ($5,641 per month). Pecos County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Pecos County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pecos County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Pecos County?
The average home value in Pecos County, TX is $142,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,477, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Pecos 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