Cost of Living in Port Isabel, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.4
100 = national avg
-15.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,149
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,806
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.8
Food88.8
Transportation77.6
Healthcare91.0
Utilities90.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$866
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,047
per month
The overall cost of living index in Port Isabel is 84.4, which is 15.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,149 per year to cover basic expenses.