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Cost of living in Reeves County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,648/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,219 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $891 34%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $369 14%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Reeves County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$774
per month
1 bedroom
$891
per month
2 bedroom
$987
per month
3 bedroom
$1,241
per month
4 bedroom
$1,476
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Reeves County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,056
per year
Individual earnings
$32,630
per year
Per capita
$24,438
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Reeves County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$113,700
Annual property tax
$1,343

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Reeves 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 Reeves County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.2%

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 Reeves 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 Reeves County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.7 min
Drive alone
82.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
1.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Reeves County

What it costs to live in Reeves County each month.

Single person
$2,648
per month
  • Rent $891
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $369
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,715
per month
  • Rent $987
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $587
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,111
per month
  • Rent $1,241
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $587
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Reeves County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Reeves County?

In Reeves County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $891 per month, a two-bedroom averages $987 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,241 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Reeves County?

In Reeves County, TX, the average household income is $56,056 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,630 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Reeves County?

The estimated cost of living in Reeves County, TX is approximately $2,648 per month for a single person, $3,715 for a couple, $6,111 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Reeves County?

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

Is Reeves County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Reeves County, TX would need approximately $2,648 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,056 per year ($4,671 per month). Reeves County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Reeves County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Reeves County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Reeves County?

The average home value in Reeves County, TX is $113,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,343, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Reeves County compare to other areas?

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