Cost of Living in Alvin, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.2
100 = national avg
+15.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,689
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,811
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.7
Food102.6
Transportation118.0
Healthcare102.0
Utilities107.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,240
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,359
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alvin is 115.2, which is 15.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,689 per year to cover basic expenses.