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Cost of living in Upshur County, TX

Part of the Longview Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,852/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 41,864 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $995 35%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $469 16%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Upshur County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$989
per month
1 bedroom
$995
per month
2 bedroom
$1,193
per month
3 bedroom
$1,621
per month
4 bedroom
$1,709
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Upshur County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,794
per year
Individual earnings
$38,721
per year
Per capita
$32,748
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Upshur County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$171,200
Annual property tax
$2,099

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Upshur 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 Upshur County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.2%

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 Upshur 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 Upshur County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.6 min
Drive alone
83.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Upshur County

What it costs to live in Upshur County each month.

Single person
$2,852
per month
  • Rent $995
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $469
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,032
per month
  • Rent $1,193
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $698
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,602
per month
  • Rent $1,621
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $698
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Upshur County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Upshur County?

In Upshur County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $995 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,193 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,621 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Upshur County?

In Upshur County, TX, the average household income is $62,794 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,721 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Upshur County?

The estimated cost of living in Upshur County, TX is approximately $2,852 per month for a single person, $4,032 for a couple, $6,602 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Upshur County?

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

Is Upshur County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Upshur County, TX would need approximately $2,852 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,794 per year ($5,233 per month). Upshur County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Upshur County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Upshur County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Upshur County?

The average home value in Upshur County, TX is $171,200, with average annual property taxes of $2,099, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Upshur County compare to other areas?

You can compare Upshur County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Upshur County is in the Longview, 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