Cost of Living in Presidio County, Texas

$445/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$123,100

Median Home Value

54% below state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$445/mo

54% below state average

Median Home Value

$123,100

56% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

25.0%

% 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 Presidio County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Presidio County$445/mo

Texas Average$963/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$445/mo

Median Gross Rent

$123,100

Median Home Value

$574/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

25.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Presidio County, Texas

Presidio's lowest rents, lowest incomes

Presidio County offers Texas's lowest median rent at $445 monthly—less than half the state average of $963—but its median household income of $29,014 is equally low. The 18.4% rent-to-income ratio sits just above the state average, masking the county's deeper economic challenges.

Unique affordability through scarcity

Presidio County's rental affordability reflects limited housing supply and lower demand rather than robust local economy. The county's very low incomes position it among Texas's most economically challenged regions.

Dramatically cheaper housing nearby

Presidio's $445 rent is the lowest among all eight counties and reflects its remote West Texas location and smaller population. While rents are exceptionally low, incomes are also exceptionally low, creating a unique but economically constrained market.

Limited choices, but affordable monthly

Renters pay $445 monthly while homeowners pay $574—one of few markets where renting costs significantly less than owning. With median income at just $29,014, even the low $445 rent consumes 18.4% of gross earnings, limiting household flexibility.

Presidio suits remote or retired workers

Presidio County offers unmatched affordability for those with income sources independent of local employment, such as remote work or retirement income. Before relocating, verify that your income will sustain your lifestyle, as local job opportunities are limited and wages are correspondingly low.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Presidio County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

18.4%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$677

per month

Owner Cost Burden

23.7%

of gross income

The median home in Presidio County may be a stretch

Median home value is $123,100. Estimated monthly cost: $983 vs. your max of $677.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio18.4%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Presidio County, Texas has a median monthly rent of $445/mo and a median home value of $123,100. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 25.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Presidio County?

The median gross rent in Presidio County is $445/mo. This is 54% below state average for Texas.

Is Presidio County affordable?

Presidio County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 25.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

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

Presidio County's median rent of $445/mo is 54% below state average of $963/mo for Texas.

What is the median home value in Presidio County?

The median home value in Presidio County, Texas is $123,100. This is 56% below the national median home value of $281,900.