Cost of living in San Saba County, TX
Population 5,802 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in San Saba County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in San Saba County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in San Saba County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in San Saba County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in San Saba County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Saba County
State and local tax rates for Texas.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in San Saba County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for San Saba County
What it costs to live in San Saba County each month.
- Rent $718
- Energy $199
- Water $55
- Groceries $334
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $316
- State tax $0
- Rent $942
- Energy $239
- Water $65
- Groceries $553
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $568
- State tax $0
- Rent $1,214
- Energy $298
- Water $75
- Groceries $840
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $568
- State tax $0
Frequently asked questions about San Saba County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in San Saba County?
In San Saba County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $718 per month, a two-bedroom averages $942 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,214 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in San Saba County?
In San Saba County, TX, the average household income is $54,855 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,382 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in San Saba County?
The estimated cost of living in San Saba County, TX is approximately $2,422 per month for a single person, $3,651 for a couple, $6,065 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in San Saba County?
The combined sales tax rate in San Saba County, TX is 8.19%, which includes the Texas state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 1.94%.
Is San Saba County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in San Saba County, TX would need approximately $2,422 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,855 per year ($4,571 per month). San Saba County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in San Saba County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in San Saba County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 25.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in San Saba County?
The average home value in San Saba County, TX is $161,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,628, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does San Saba 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