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Cost of living in Wood County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,598/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 46,094 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $765 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $445 17%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Wood County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$688
per month
1 bedroom
$765
per month
2 bedroom
$1,003
per month
3 bedroom
$1,209
per month
4 bedroom
$1,500
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wood County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,524
per year
Individual earnings
$37,254
per year
Per capita
$35,322
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wood County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$195,100
Annual property tax
$1,818

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wood 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 Wood County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.2%

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 Wood 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 Wood County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.5 min
Drive alone
75.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
9.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wood County

What it costs to live in Wood County each month.

Single person
$2,598
per month
  • Rent $765
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $445
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,837
per month
  • Rent $1,003
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,185
per month
  • Rent $1,209
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Wood County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wood County?

In Wood County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $765 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,003 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,209 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wood County?

In Wood County, TX, the average household income is $62,524 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,254 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wood County?

The estimated cost of living in Wood County, TX is approximately $2,598 per month for a single person, $3,837 for a couple, $6,185 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wood County?

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

Is Wood County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wood County, TX would need approximately $2,598 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,524 per year ($5,210 per month). Wood County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Wood County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wood County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wood County?

The average home value in Wood County, TX is $195,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,818, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wood 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