Cost of Living in Muenster, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
138.4
100 = national avg
+38.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,899
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,943
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing152.7
Food121.3
Transportation142.5
Healthcare117.0
Utilities123.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$961
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,261
per month
The overall cost of living index in Muenster is 138.4, which is 38.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 152.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,899 per year to cover basic expenses.