Cost of Living in Stafford, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.5
100 = national avg
+32.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,312
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,829
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing150.2
Food115.7
Transportation131.3
Healthcare112.5
Utilities119.4
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 Stafford is 132.5, which is 32.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 150.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,312 per year to cover basic expenses.