Cost of Living in Live Oak, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
127.4
100 = national avg
+27.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,047
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,476
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing150.7
Food109.7
Transportation119.4
Healthcare107.8
Utilities116.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,177
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,426
per month
The overall cost of living index in Live Oak is 127.4, which is 27.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 150.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,047 per year to cover basic expenses.