Cost of Living in Jamaica Beach, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.5
100 = national avg
+42.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,712
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,229
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing185.1
Food117.3
Transportation105.5
Healthcare113.9
Utilities127.4
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 Jamaica Beach is 142.5, which is 42.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 185.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,712 per year to cover basic expenses.