Cost of Living in Maverick County, Texas

$789/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$151,500

Median Home Value

18% below state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$789/mo

18% below state average

Median Home Value

$151,500

46% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

29.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Maverick County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Maverick County$789/mo

Texas Average$963/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$789/mo

Median Gross Rent

$151,500

Median Home Value

$728/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

29.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Maverick County, Texas

Maverick's rents slightly above state norm

Maverick County renters spend 18.5% of their income on housing—marginally above the Texas state average of 18.1% despite earning $51,270, well below the national median. The $789 median rent is moderate, but the county's lower income base creates meaningful affordability pressure.

Moderate affordability challenge statewide

Maverick County's 18.5% rent-to-income ratio sits just above the Texas average, placing it in the middle range of county affordability. The county's proximity to the state average masks underlying income constraints that affect housing security for many residents.

Low rents offset by lower incomes

Maverick's $789 rent is competitive—cheaper than Marion County ($854) and significantly below Martin County ($1,175)—but the median income of $51,270 is the lowest in the regional cluster. Homeownership is similarly priced to Marion County, with a median cost of $728 and home value of $151,500, offering viable alternatives to renting.

Maverick's tight housing-income balance

A typical Maverick household earning $51,270 annually spends about $947 on housing, consuming 22% of gross income. Homeowners face comparable burdens, with $728 monthly costs consuming 17% of income, suggesting both renting and buying present affordability challenges for this lower-income county.

Modest costs; budget carefully either way

Maverick County offers relatively low housing costs, but the county's lower median income means housing will consume a meaningful share of your budget regardless of renting or buying. Compare Maverick's 18.5% ratio against Mason County (13.1%) or Madison County (14.9%) to assess your true affordability options.

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Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

18.5%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,196

per month

Owner Cost Burden

17.0%

of gross income

The median home in Maverick County may be a stretch

Median home value is $151,500. Estimated monthly cost: $1,209 vs. your max of $1,196.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio18.5%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Maverick County, Texas?

Maverick County, Texas has a median monthly rent of $789/mo and a median home value of $151,500. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 29.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Maverick County?

The median gross rent in Maverick County is $789/mo. This is 18% below state average for Texas.

Is Maverick County affordable?

Maverick County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 29.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Maverick County's rent compare to the state average?

Maverick County's median rent of $789/mo is 18% below state average of $963/mo for Texas.

What is the median home value in Maverick County?

The median home value in Maverick County, Texas is $151,500. This is 46% below the national median home value of $281,900.