Cost of Living in Red River County, Texas
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Red River County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Red River County ranks #1,636 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 48%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Red River County, Texas
Red River rents stretch paychecks
Red River County residents spend 23.1% of their income on rent, well above the national average and exceeding Texas's 18.1% state average. With a median household income of $46,912—37% below the U.S. median of $74,755—renters here face tighter budgets than most Americans.
Among Texas's least affordable
Red River County ranks as one of Texas's least affordable counties for renters, with a rent-to-income ratio that outpaces 18 of every 20 Texas counties. The median rent of $902 may be slightly lower than the state average of $963, but local incomes are significantly depressed, making affordability a real challenge.
Tighter squeeze than nearby areas
Red River's 23.1% rent burden is notably higher than Robertson County (14.0%) just to the south and Rusk County (17.7%) to the east. These neighboring counties offer more income-to-rent balance, even as rents remain modest across this rural corner of Texas.
Where Red River dollars go
A typical Red River household earning $46,912 annually pays $902 monthly in rent—about $10,824 per year—while homeowners spend $599 on mortgage and ownership costs. Housing absorbs roughly one-fifth of gross income, leaving less for food, utilities, and savings than state and national averages.
Considering a move? Know your odds
If you're priced out of urban Texas, Red River's low rents and $133,800 median home values may seem attractive—but income levels here are also lower. Compare carefully: can your income match local job opportunities, or would relocation mean a pay cut that offsets the housing savings?
Cost of Living Advisory: Red River County
Affordability Verdict
Red River County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $902/month — about 23.1% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Red River County is $902/month, while owner costs run $599/month. Owning saves approximately $303/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $36,080/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $25,671/year. With a median household income of $46,912, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 39.0% of renter households in Red River County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Red River County sits 6% more expensive than Wood County ($851/month) in terms of median gross rent.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
23.1%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,095
per month
Owner Cost Burden
15.3%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Red River County
Median home value is $133,800. Estimated monthly cost: $1,068 vs. your max of $1,095.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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