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Cost of living in Upton County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,739/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,227 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $843 31%
Federal tax $508 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Upton County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$843
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 Upton County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,321
per year
Individual earnings
$41,120
per year
Per capita
$30,320
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Upton County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$106,300
Annual property tax
$1,197

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Upton 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 Upton County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.8%

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 Upton 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 Upton County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.1 min
Drive alone
83.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Upton County

What it costs to live in Upton County each month.

Single person
$2,739
per month
  • Rent $843
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $508
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,600
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $526
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,026
per month
  • Rent $1,217
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $526
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Upton County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Upton County?

In Upton County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $843 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 Upton County?

In Upton County, TX, the average household income is $52,321 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,120 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Upton County?

The estimated cost of living in Upton County, TX is approximately $2,739 per month for a single person, $3,600 for a couple, $6,026 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Upton County?

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

Is Upton County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Upton County, TX would need approximately $2,739 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,321 per year ($4,360 per month). Upton County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Upton County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Upton County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Upton County?

The average home value in Upton County, TX is $106,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,197, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Upton 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