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Cost of living in Young County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,656/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,963 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 28%
Federal tax $516 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $334 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Young County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,301
per month
4 bedroom
$1,361
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Young County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,723
per year
Individual earnings
$41,626
per year
Per capita
$36,613
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Young County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$165,300
Annual property tax
$2,006

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Young 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 Young County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.2%

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 Young 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 Young County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.2 min
Drive alone
78.7%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
4.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Young County

What it costs to live in Young County each month.

Single person
$2,656
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,787
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $713
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,297
per month
  • Rent $1,301
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $713
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Young County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Young County?

In Young County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,301 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Young County?

In Young County, TX, the average household income is $63,723 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,626 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Young County?

The estimated cost of living in Young County, TX is approximately $2,656 per month for a single person, $3,787 for a couple, $6,297 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Young County?

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

Is Young County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Young County, TX would need approximately $2,656 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,723 per year ($5,310 per month). Young County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Young County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Young County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Young County?

The average home value in Young County, TX is $165,300, with average annual property taxes of $2,006, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Young 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