Cost of Living in Kemah, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.7
100 = national avg
+43.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,245
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,487
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.5
Food122.7
Transportation145.5
Healthcare118.2
Utilities126.3
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 Kemah is 143.7, which is 43.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,245 per year to cover basic expenses.