Cost of Living in Santa Clara, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.1
100 = national avg
+47.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,710
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,950
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing181.8
Food118.9
Transportation137.8
Healthcare115.1
Utilities127.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,177
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,426
per month
The overall cost of living index in Santa Clara is 147.1, which is 47.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 181.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,710 per year to cover basic expenses.