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Cost of living in Wise County, TX

Part of the Dallas Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,934/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 72,359 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,006 34%
Federal tax $540 18%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Wise County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$974
per month
1 bedroom
$1,006
per month
2 bedroom
$1,196
per month
3 bedroom
$1,676
per month
4 bedroom
$1,910
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wise County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$89,897
per year
Individual earnings
$43,086
per year
Per capita
$37,908
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wise County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$277,200
Annual property tax
$3,293

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wise 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 Wise County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.0%

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 Wise 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 Wise County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.9 min
Drive alone
76.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wise County

What it costs to live in Wise County each month.

Single person
$2,934
per month
  • Rent $1,006
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $540
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,478
per month
  • Rent $1,196
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,141
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,100
per month
  • Rent $1,676
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,141
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Wise County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wise County?

In Wise County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,006 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,196 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,676 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wise County?

In Wise County, TX, the average household income is $89,897 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,086 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wise County?

The estimated cost of living in Wise County, TX is approximately $2,934 per month for a single person, $4,478 for a couple, $7,100 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wise County?

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

Is Wise County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wise County, TX would need approximately $2,934 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $89,897 per year ($7,491 per month). Wise County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Wise County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wise County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wise County?

The average home value in Wise County, TX is $277,200, with average annual property taxes of $3,293, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wise County compare to other areas?

You can compare Wise County, TX with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Wise County is in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, 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