Cost of Living in Porter Heights, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.2
100 = national avg
+22.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,767
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,086
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing119.7
Food116.8
Transportation133.5
Healthcare113.4
Utilities114.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,323
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Porter Heights is 122.2, which is 22.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 119.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,767 per year to cover basic expenses.