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Cost of living in Wilbarger County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,401/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,712 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 30%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $302 13%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Wilbarger County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,421
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wilbarger County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$51,626
per year
Individual earnings
$28,536
per year
Per capita
$28,997
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wilbarger County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$98,800
Annual property tax
$1,456

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wilbarger 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 Wilbarger County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

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 Wilbarger 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 Wilbarger County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.7 min
Drive alone
80.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
2.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wilbarger County

What it costs to live in Wilbarger County each month.

Single person
$2,401
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $302
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,590
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,923
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Wilbarger County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wilbarger County?

In Wilbarger County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wilbarger County?

In Wilbarger County, TX, the average household income is $51,626 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,536 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wilbarger County?

The estimated cost of living in Wilbarger County, TX is approximately $2,401 per month for a single person, $3,590 for a couple, $5,923 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wilbarger County?

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

Is Wilbarger County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wilbarger County, TX would need approximately $2,401 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $51,626 per year ($4,302 per month). Wilbarger County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wilbarger County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wilbarger County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wilbarger County?

The average home value in Wilbarger County, TX is $98,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,456, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wilbarger 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