Cost of Living in Forest Heights, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.2
100 = national avg
-27.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,784
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,126
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.0
Food87.1
Transportation74.2
Healthcare89.7
Utilities83.5
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 Forest Heights is 72.2, which is 27.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,784 per year to cover basic expenses.