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Cost of living in Starr County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,308/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 65,809 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 31%
Healthcare $480 21%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 14%
Federal tax $209 9%
Energy $199 9%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Starr County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,470
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Starr County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$38,182
per year
Individual earnings
$22,507
per year
Per capita
$18,063
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Starr County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$93,300
Annual property tax
$1,047

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Starr 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 Starr County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
31.3%

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 Starr 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 Starr County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.4 min
Drive alone
71.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Starr County

What it costs to live in Starr County each month.

Single person
$2,308
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $209
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,392
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $318
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,908
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $318
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Starr County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Starr County?

In Starr County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Starr County?

In Starr County, TX, the average household income is $38,182 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $22,507 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Starr County?

The estimated cost of living in Starr County, TX is approximately $2,308 per month for a single person, $3,392 for a couple, $5,908 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Starr County?

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

Is Starr County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Starr County, TX would need approximately $2,308 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $38,182 per year ($3,182 per month). Starr County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Starr County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Starr County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 31.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Starr County?

The average home value in Starr County, TX is $93,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,047, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Starr County compare to other areas?

You can compare Starr County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Starr County is in the Rio Grande City-Roma, 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