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Cost of living in San Augustine County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,484/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,889 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $786 32%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $310 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in San Augustine 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 San Augustine County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$46,338
per year
Individual earnings
$29,043
per year
Per capita
$25,902
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in San Augustine County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$83,500
Annual property tax
$681

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in San Augustine 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 San Augustine County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.0%

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 San Augustine 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 San Augustine County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.6 min
Drive alone
75.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for San Augustine County

What it costs to live in San Augustine County each month.

Single person
$2,484
per month
  • Rent $786
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $310
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,555
per month
  • Rent $976
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $438
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,994
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $438
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about San Augustine County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in San Augustine County?

In San Augustine 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 San Augustine County?

In San Augustine County, TX, the average household income is $46,338 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,043 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in San Augustine County?

The estimated cost of living in San Augustine County, TX is approximately $2,484 per month for a single person, $3,555 for a couple, $5,994 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in San Augustine County?

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

Is San Augustine County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in San Augustine County, TX would need approximately $2,484 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $46,338 per year ($3,862 per month). San Augustine County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in San Augustine County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in San Augustine County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in San Augustine County?

The average home value in San Augustine County, TX is $83,500, with average annual property taxes of $681, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does San Augustine 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