Cost of Living in Bastrop, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.3
100 = national avg
+29.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,873
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,426
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing169.5
Food104.0
Transportation108.0
Healthcare103.2
Utilities116.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,562
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,852
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bastrop is 129.3, which is 29.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 169.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,873 per year to cover basic expenses.