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Cost of living in Wheeler County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,574/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,902 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $755 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $431 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Wheeler County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$735
per month
1 bedroom
$755
per month
2 bedroom
$937
per month
3 bedroom
$1,129
per month
4 bedroom
$1,401
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wheeler County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,964
per year
Individual earnings
$36,422
per year
Per capita
$30,869
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wheeler County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$97,600
Annual property tax
$1,411

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wheeler 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 Wheeler County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
19.6%

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 Wheeler 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 Wheeler County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.6 min
Drive alone
76.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wheeler County

What it costs to live in Wheeler County each month.

Single person
$2,574
per month
  • Rent $755
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $431
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,860
per month
  • Rent $937
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $782
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,194
per month
  • Rent $1,129
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $782
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Wheeler County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wheeler County?

In Wheeler County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $755 per month, a two-bedroom averages $937 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,129 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wheeler County?

In Wheeler County, TX, the average household income is $67,964 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,422 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wheeler County?

The estimated cost of living in Wheeler County, TX is approximately $2,574 per month for a single person, $3,860 for a couple, $6,194 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wheeler County?

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

Is Wheeler County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wheeler County, TX would need approximately $2,574 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,964 per year ($5,664 per month). Wheeler County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Wheeler County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wheeler County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 19.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wheeler County?

The average home value in Wheeler County, TX is $97,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,411, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wheeler 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