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Cost of living in Refugio County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,466/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,693 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $367 15%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Refugio County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,299
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Refugio County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,016
per year
Individual earnings
$32,491
per year
Per capita
$26,972
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Refugio County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$94,400
Annual property tax
$1,325

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Refugio 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 Refugio County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.7%

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 Refugio 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 Refugio County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.2 min
Drive alone
85.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
2.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Refugio County

What it costs to live in Refugio County each month.

Single person
$2,466
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $367
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,693
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $619
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,201
per month
  • Rent $1,299
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $619
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Refugio County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Refugio County?

In Refugio County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,299 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Refugio County?

In Refugio County, TX, the average household income is $58,016 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,491 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Refugio County?

The estimated cost of living in Refugio County, TX is approximately $2,466 per month for a single person, $3,693 for a couple, $6,201 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Refugio County?

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

Is Refugio County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Refugio County, TX would need approximately $2,466 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,016 per year ($4,835 per month). Refugio County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Refugio County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Refugio County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Refugio County?

The average home value in Refugio County, TX is $94,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,325, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Refugio 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