Cost of Living in Alvarado, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.5
100 = national avg
+5.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,404
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,682
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing104.0
Food104.5
Transportation109.0
Healthcare103.6
Utilities103.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,473
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,723
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alvarado is 105.5, which is 5.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 104.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,404 per year to cover basic expenses.