Cost of Living in Highlands, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.5
100 = national avg
+3.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,545
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,653
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.5
Food91.7
Transportation83.3
Healthcare93.3
Utilities100.9
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 Highlands is 103.5, which is 3.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,545 per year to cover basic expenses.