Cost of Living in Friendswood, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
172.5
100 = national avg
+72.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,921
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$179,450
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing206.4
Food145.6
Transportation141.9
Healthcare136.5
Utilities148.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,323
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Friendswood is 172.5, which is 72.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 206.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,921 per year to cover basic expenses.