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Cost of living in Rusk County, TX

Part of the Longview Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,686/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 52,613 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $840 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $458 17%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Rusk County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$832
per month
1 bedroom
$840
per month
2 bedroom
$1,102
per month
3 bedroom
$1,396
per month
4 bedroom
$1,489
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Rusk County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,506
per year
Individual earnings
$38,069
per year
Per capita
$33,420
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Rusk County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$166,900
Annual property tax
$1,670

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Rusk 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 Rusk County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.0%

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 Rusk 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 Rusk County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.1 min
Drive alone
83.7%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
4.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Rusk County

What it costs to live in Rusk County each month.

Single person
$2,686
per month
  • Rent $840
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,018
per month
  • Rent $1,102
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $775
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,454
per month
  • Rent $1,396
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $775
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Rusk County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Rusk County?

In Rusk County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $840 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,102 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,396 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Rusk County?

In Rusk County, TX, the average household income is $67,506 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,069 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Rusk County?

The estimated cost of living in Rusk County, TX is approximately $2,686 per month for a single person, $4,018 for a couple, $6,454 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Rusk County?

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

Is Rusk County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Rusk County, TX would need approximately $2,686 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,506 per year ($5,626 per month). Rusk County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Rusk County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Rusk County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Rusk County?

The average home value in Rusk County, TX is $166,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,670, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Rusk County compare to other areas?

You can compare Rusk County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Rusk County is in the Longview, 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