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Cost of living in Van Zandt County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,660/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 61,323 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $780 29%
Federal tax $492 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Van Zandt County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$760
per month
1 bedroom
$780
per month
2 bedroom
$1,023
per month
3 bedroom
$1,419
per month
4 bedroom
$1,424
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Van Zandt County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,274
per year
Individual earnings
$40,116
per year
Per capita
$34,078
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Van Zandt County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$199,500
Annual property tax
$2,204

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Van Zandt 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 Van Zandt County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.2%

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 Van Zandt 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 Van Zandt County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
36.6 min
Drive alone
77.8%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
10.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Van Zandt County

What it costs to live in Van Zandt County each month.

Single person
$2,660
per month
  • Rent $780
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $492
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,951
per month
  • Rent $1,023
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $787
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,489
per month
  • Rent $1,419
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $787
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Van Zandt County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Van Zandt County?

In Van Zandt County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $780 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,023 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,419 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Van Zandt County?

In Van Zandt County, TX, the average household income is $68,274 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,116 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Van Zandt County?

The estimated cost of living in Van Zandt County, TX is approximately $2,660 per month for a single person, $3,951 for a couple, $6,489 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Van Zandt County?

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

Is Van Zandt County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Van Zandt County, TX would need approximately $2,660 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,274 per year ($5,690 per month). Van Zandt County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Van Zandt County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Van Zandt County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Van Zandt County?

The average home value in Van Zandt County, TX is $199,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,204, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Van Zandt 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