Cost of Living in Farmers Branch, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
149.5
100 = national avg
+49.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,773
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$155,463
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing192.8
Food117.0
Transportation134.1
Healthcare113.6
Utilities128.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,648
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,931
per month
The overall cost of living index in Farmers Branch is 149.5, which is 49.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 192.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,773 per year to cover basic expenses.