Safe Rate Local

Menard County

Learn about the people, housing, costs and businesses in Menard County County

Median Home$108,500
Median Rent$729/month
Population1,955
Leading IndustriesConstruction · Public Administration · Agriculture & Mining10% construction
Retirees33% of residentstop 2% nationally
Homeowners81% of occupied units
NotableVeteran Community11% of residents · top 7% nationally
NotableAffordable Market$109k median home · lower cost than 91% of the country
Menard County
TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in Menard County?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Menard County is approximately 7.293% (7.330% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

View current rates for Menard County
What is the median home price in Menard County?

The median home value in Menard County is $109k. The median monthly rent is $729. Annual property taxes average $2k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

How much income do you need to buy a home in Menard County?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $761/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $33k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Menard County is $53k/year.

Calculate your buying power
What industries drive the economy in Menard County?

The largest employment sectors in Menard County are public administration (28%) and agriculture and mining (10%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.

🗺️ Nearby Areas

Adjacent counties and areas