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Cost of living in Sutton County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,533/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,306 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $434 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Sutton County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,164
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sutton County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,000
per year
Individual earnings
$36,589
per year
Per capita
$30,353
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sutton County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$140,600
Annual property tax
$1,938

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sutton 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 Sutton County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.9%

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 Sutton 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 Sutton County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.6 min
Drive alone
72.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sutton County

What it costs to live in Sutton County each month.

Single person
$2,533
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $434
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,971
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $897
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,344
per month
  • Rent $1,164
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $897
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Sutton County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sutton County?

In Sutton County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,164 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sutton County?

In Sutton County, TX, the average household income is $75,000 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,589 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sutton County?

The estimated cost of living in Sutton County, TX is approximately $2,533 per month for a single person, $3,971 for a couple, $6,344 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sutton County?

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

Is Sutton County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sutton County, TX would need approximately $2,533 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,000 per year ($6,250 per month). Sutton County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Sutton County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sutton County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sutton County?

The average home value in Sutton County, TX is $140,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,938, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sutton 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