Cost of Living in Palestine, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.5
100 = national avg
-12.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,496
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,991
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.5
Food85.3
Transportation70.7
Healthcare88.3
Utilities91.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$901
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,117
per month
The overall cost of living index in Palestine is 87.5, which is 12.5% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,496 per year to cover basic expenses.