Cost of Living in Baytown, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.8
100 = national avg
+6.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,989
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,065
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing125.2
Food97.2
Transportation94.3
Healthcare97.7
Utilities103.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,323
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Baytown is 106.8, which is 6.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,989 per year to cover basic expenses.