Cost of Living in Karnes County, TX

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

Median Income

$57,798

Median Rent

$868/mo

Median Home

$137,800

Affordability

567

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$697
Property Tax$107
Insurance$46

Total Monthly$850
% of Income17.6%

Renting

Median Rent$868
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$893
% of Income18%

Living in Karnes County, Texas

Karnes County has a median household income of $57,798 with housing costs that represent 17.6% of income for owners and 18% 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.