Cost of Living in Jefferson, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.5
100 = national avg
-25.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,764
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,443
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing76.1
Food81.2
Transportation62.5
Healthcare85.0
Utilities84.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$778
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jefferson is 74.5, which is 25.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 76.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,764 per year to cover basic expenses.