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Cost of living in Runnels County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,623/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,880 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $786 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $449 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Runnels County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$781
per month
1 bedroom
$786
per month
2 bedroom
$1,031
per month
3 bedroom
$1,242
per month
4 bedroom
$1,542
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Runnels County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,490
per year
Individual earnings
$37,531
per year
Per capita
$31,419
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Runnels County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$103,700
Annual property tax
$1,518

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Runnels 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 Runnels County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.0%

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 Runnels 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 Runnels County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.3 min
Drive alone
82.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Runnels County

What it costs to live in Runnels County each month.

Single person
$2,623
per month
  • Rent $786
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $449
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,881
per month
  • Rent $1,031
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $709
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,234
per month
  • Rent $1,242
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $709
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Runnels County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Runnels County?

In Runnels County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $786 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,031 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,242 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Runnels County?

In Runnels County, TX, the average household income is $63,490 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,531 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Runnels County?

The estimated cost of living in Runnels County, TX is approximately $2,623 per month for a single person, $3,881 for a couple, $6,234 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Runnels County?

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

Is Runnels County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Runnels County, TX would need approximately $2,623 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,490 per year ($5,291 per month). Runnels County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Runnels County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Runnels County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Runnels County?

The average home value in Runnels County, TX is $103,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,518, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Runnels 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