Cost of Living in Mountain City, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
217.9
100 = national avg
+117.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$95,870
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$226,601
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing287.8
Food164.2
Transportation170.0
Healthcare151.4
Utilities176.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,562
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,852
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mountain City is 217.9, which is 117.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 287.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $95,870 per year to cover basic expenses.