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Cost of living in Yoakum County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$3,167/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,589 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $993 31%
Federal tax $786 25%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Yoakum County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$862
per month
1 bedroom
$993
per month
2 bedroom
$1,099
per month
3 bedroom
$1,324
per month
4 bedroom
$1,643
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Yoakum County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$82,261
per year
Individual earnings
$58,122
per year
Per capita
$35,856
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Yoakum County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$183,000
Annual property tax
$1,795

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Yoakum 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 Yoakum County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.2%

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 Yoakum 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 Yoakum County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.2 min
Drive alone
76.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
2.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Yoakum County

What it costs to live in Yoakum County each month.

Single person
$3,167
per month
  • Rent $993
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $786
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,256
per month
  • Rent $1,099
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,016
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,623
per month
  • Rent $1,324
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,016
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Yoakum County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Yoakum County?

In Yoakum County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $993 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,099 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,324 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Yoakum County?

In Yoakum County, TX, the average household income is $82,261 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $58,122 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Yoakum County?

The estimated cost of living in Yoakum County, TX is approximately $3,167 per month for a single person, $4,256 for a couple, $6,623 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Yoakum County?

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

Is Yoakum County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Yoakum County, TX would need approximately $3,167 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $82,261 per year ($6,855 per month). Yoakum County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Yoakum County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Yoakum County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Yoakum County?

The average home value in Yoakum County, TX is $183,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,795, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Yoakum 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