Cost of Living in Robertson County, Texas
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Robertson County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Robertson County ranks #1,497 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 48%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Robertson County, Texas
Robertson ranks among Texas's best
Robertson County's 14.0% rent-to-income ratio ties Roberts County for the lowest burden and sits 4 percentage points below the Texas average of 18.1%. With median household income of $66,250 and median rent of $773, Robertson delivers genuine affordability.
Top-tier affordability in Texas
Robertson County places in the top 15% of Texas counties for rental affordability, matching Roberts County's exceptional 14.0% ratio. This central Texas community achieves housing balance that eludes most of the state's counties.
Robertson and Roberts lead the pack
Robertson's 14.0% rent burden equals Roberts County and dramatically outpaces Red River (23.1%), Reeves (21.1%), and Refugio (17.4%). These two counties have quietly created some of Texas's most livable affordability profiles.
Robertson's balanced housing picture
Robertson households earning $66,250 annually spend $773 monthly in rent—approximately $9,276 per year—while homeowners average $640 in monthly ownership costs. Housing consumes only 14% of gross income, well below state and national benchmarks and leaving substantial room for other priorities.
Affordability with central Texas roots
Robertson offers rare affordability with median home values of $172,700, positioned between Dallas and Houston with genuine small-town character. The central location may provide better employment flexibility than remote Panhandle counties, making it worth serious consideration for relocating professionals.
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Affordability Verdict
Robertson County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $773/month — about 14.0% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
At $773/month rent versus $640/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $133/month cheaper — a 17% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $30,920/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $27,429/year. With a median household income of $66,250, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 28.0% of renter households in Robertson County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Haskell County where rent averages $824/month, Robertson County is approximately 6% less expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
14.0%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,546
per month
Owner Cost Burden
11.6%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Robertson County
Median home value is $172,700. Estimated monthly cost: $1,379 vs. your max of $1,546.
Rent Affordability Guide
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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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