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Cost of living in Zavala County, TX

Estimated monthly cost
$2,368/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,532 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $752 32%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $334 14%
Transport $320 14%
Federal tax $228 10%
Energy $199 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Zavala County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$732
per month
1 bedroom
$752
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,395
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Zavala County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,887
per year
Individual earnings
$23,746
per year
Per capita
$20,605
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Zavala County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$88,100
Annual property tax
$1,254

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Zavala 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 Zavala County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.1%

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 Zavala 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 Zavala County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.6 min
Drive alone
83.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Zavala County

What it costs to live in Zavala County each month.

Single person
$2,368
per month
  • Rent $752
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $228
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,447
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $373
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,963
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $373
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Zavala County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Zavala County?

In Zavala County, TX, a one-bedroom apartment averages $752 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Zavala County?

In Zavala County, TX, the average household income is $41,887 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $23,746 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Zavala County?

The estimated cost of living in Zavala County, TX is approximately $2,368 per month for a single person, $3,447 for a couple, $5,963 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Zavala County?

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

Is Zavala County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Zavala County, TX would need approximately $2,368 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,887 per year ($3,491 per month). Zavala County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Zavala County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Zavala County, TX is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Zavala County?

The average home value in Zavala County, TX is $88,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,254, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Zavala 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