Cost of Living in Austin County, TX

What does it cost to live in Austin County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$73,556

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Median Home

$240,000

Affordability

392

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,214
Property Tax$268
Insurance$80

Total Monthly$1,562
% of Income25.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,046
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,071
% of Income17.1%

Living in Austin County, Texas

Austin County has a median household income of $73,556 with housing costs that represent 25.5% of income for owners and 17.1% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.