Cost of Living in Chester, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.7
100 = national avg
-6.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,245
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,488
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.4
Food103.2
Transportation106.4
Healthcare102.5
Utilities97.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$793
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,040
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chester is 93.7, which is 6.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,245 per year to cover basic expenses.