Cost of Living in Rice Tracts, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.0
100 = national avg
+75.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,992
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$181,981
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing145.8
Food165.2
Transportation230.4
Healthcare152.2
Utilities148.3
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 Rice Tracts is 175.0, which is 75.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 145.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,992 per year to cover basic expenses.