Cost of Living in South Houston, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.9
100 = national avg
-2.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,087
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,843
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.9
Food90.2
Transportation80.4
Healthcare92.2
Utilities97.7
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 South Houston is 97.9, which is 2.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,087 per year to cover basic expenses.