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Cost of living in Presidio County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,302/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,043 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $786 34%
Healthcare $480 21%
Groceries $334 15%
Transport $250 11%
Energy $199 9%
Federal tax $198 9%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Presidio County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$766
per month
1 bedroom
$786
per month
2 bedroom
$976
per month
3 bedroom
$1,273
per month
4 bedroom
$1,459
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Presidio County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$29,014
per year
Individual earnings
$21,700
per year
Per capita
$22,463
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Presidio County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$123,100
Annual property tax
$1,949

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Presidio 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 Presidio County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
26.7%

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 Presidio 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 Presidio County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
9.7 min
Drive alone
65.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Presidio County

What it costs to live in Presidio County each month.

Single person
$2,302
per month
  • Rent $786
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $198
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,232
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $185
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,671
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $185
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Presidio County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Presidio County?

In Presidio County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $786 per month, a two-bedroom averages $976 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,273 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Presidio County?

In Presidio County, TX, the average household income is $29,014 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $21,700 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Presidio County?

The estimated cost of living in Presidio County, TX is approximately $2,302 per month for a single person, $3,232 for a couple, $5,671 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Presidio County?

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

Is Presidio County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Presidio County, TX would need approximately $2,302 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $29,014 per year ($2,418 per month). Presidio County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Presidio County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Presidio County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 26.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Presidio County?

The average home value in Presidio County, TX is $123,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,949, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Presidio 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