Cost of Living in Jim Wells County, TX

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

Median Income

$46,626

Median Rent

$849/mo

Median Home

$91,600

Affordability

665

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$463
Property Tax$90
Insurance$31

Total Monthly$584
% of Income15%

Renting

Median Rent$849
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$874
% of Income21.8%

Living in Jim Wells County, Texas

Jim Wells County has a median household income of $46,626 with housing costs that represent 15% of income for owners and 21.8% 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.