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Cost of living in Waller County, TX

Part of the Houston Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,089/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 59,455 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,279 41%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $422 14%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Waller County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,226
per month
1 bedroom
$1,279
per month
2 bedroom
$1,529
per month
3 bedroom
$2,038
per month
4 bedroom
$2,568
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Waller County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$76,135
per year
Individual earnings
$35,860
per year
Per capita
$33,960
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Waller County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$292,000
Annual property tax
$3,971

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Waller 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 Waller County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.6%

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 Waller 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 Waller County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.8 min
Drive alone
78.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
10.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Waller County

What it costs to live in Waller County each month.

Single person
$3,089
per month
  • Rent $1,279
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $422
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,586
per month
  • Rent $1,529
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $916
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,237
per month
  • Rent $2,038
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $916
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Waller County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Waller County?

In Waller County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,279 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,529 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,038 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Waller County?

In Waller County, TX, the average household income is $76,135 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,860 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Waller County?

The estimated cost of living in Waller County, TX is approximately $3,089 per month for a single person, $4,586 for a couple, $7,237 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Waller County?

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

Is Waller County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Waller County, TX would need approximately $3,089 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $76,135 per year ($6,345 per month). Waller County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Waller County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Waller County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Waller County?

The average home value in Waller County, TX is $292,000, with average annual property taxes of $3,971, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Waller County compare to other areas?

You can compare Waller County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Waller County is in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, 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