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Cost of living in Shackelford County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,613/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,169 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $473 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Shackelford County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,217
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Shackelford County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,659
per year
Individual earnings
$38,967
per year
Per capita
$34,010
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Shackelford County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$176,900
Annual property tax
$2,276

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Shackelford 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 Shackelford County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.6%

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 Shackelford 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 Shackelford County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.5 min
Drive alone
77.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Shackelford County

What it costs to live in Shackelford County each month.

Single person
$2,613
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $473
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,802
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $728
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,228
per month
  • Rent $1,217
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $728
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Shackelford County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Shackelford County?

In Shackelford County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,217 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Shackelford County?

In Shackelford County, TX, the average household income is $64,659 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,967 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Shackelford County?

The estimated cost of living in Shackelford County, TX is approximately $2,613 per month for a single person, $3,802 for a couple, $6,228 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Shackelford County?

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

Is Shackelford County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Shackelford County, TX would need approximately $2,613 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,659 per year ($5,388 per month). Shackelford County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Shackelford County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Shackelford County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Shackelford County?

The average home value in Shackelford County, TX is $176,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,276, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Shackelford 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