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Cost of living in San Patricio County, TX

Part of the Corpus Christi Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,976/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 69,519 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,128 38%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $460 15%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in San Patricio County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,051
per month
1 bedroom
$1,128
per month
2 bedroom
$1,390
per month
3 bedroom
$1,816
per month
4 bedroom
$2,119
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in San Patricio County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,512
per year
Individual earnings
$38,194
per year
Per capita
$31,692
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in San Patricio County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$180,400
Annual property tax
$2,754

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in San Patricio 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 Patricio County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.1%

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 Patricio 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 Patricio County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.3 min
Drive alone
83.2%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
6.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for San Patricio County

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

Single person
$2,976
per month
  • Rent $1,128
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $460
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,306
per month
  • Rent $1,390
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $775
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,874
per month
  • Rent $1,816
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $775
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about San Patricio County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in San Patricio County?

In San Patricio County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,128 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,390 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,816 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in San Patricio County?

In San Patricio County, TX, the average household income is $67,512 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,194 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in San Patricio County?

The estimated cost of living in San Patricio County, TX is approximately $2,976 per month for a single person, $4,306 for a couple, $6,874 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in San Patricio County?

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

Is San Patricio County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in San Patricio County, TX would need approximately $2,976 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,512 per year ($5,626 per month). San Patricio County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in San Patricio County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in San Patricio County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in San Patricio County?

The average home value in San Patricio County, TX is $180,400, with average annual property taxes of $2,754, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does San Patricio 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