Cost of Living in Central Gardens, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.9
100 = national avg
+13.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,137
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,505
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.0
Food111.9
Transportation123.9
Healthcare109.6
Utilities109.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$898
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,103
per month
The overall cost of living index in Central Gardens is 113.9, which is 13.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,137 per year to cover basic expenses.