Cost of Living in Dawson County, TX

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

Median Income

$45,268

Median Rent

$805/mo

Median Home

$95,100

Affordability

596

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$481
Property Tax$120
Insurance$32

Total Monthly$633
% of Income16.8%

Renting

Median Rent$805
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$830
% of Income21.3%

Living in Dawson County, Texas

Dawson County has a median household income of $45,268 with housing costs that represent 16.8% of income for owners and 21.3% 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.