Cost of Living in Ben Wheeler, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.6
100 = national avg
+50.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,273
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$156,644
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing139.8
Food140.3
Transportation180.6
Healthcare132.3
Utilities132.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$844
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,108
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ben Wheeler is 150.6, which is 50.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,273 per year to cover basic expenses.