Cost of Living in Cactus, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.2
100 = national avg
-25.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,642
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,153
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.2
Food87.5
Transportation75.1
Healthcare90.0
Utilities84.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$791
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,038
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cactus is 74.2, which is 25.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,642 per year to cover basic expenses.