Cost of Living in Grand Prairie, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.7
100 = national avg
+32.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,374
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,975
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.5
Food110.3
Transportation120.6
Healthcare108.2
Utilities118.9
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 Grand Prairie is 132.7, which is 32.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,374 per year to cover basic expenses.