Cost of Living in Sugar Land, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
196.5
100 = national avg
+96.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,467
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$204,377
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing228.3
Food155.1
Transportation210.2
Healthcare144.1
Utilities158.7
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 Sugar Land is 196.5, which is 96.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 228.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,467 per year to cover basic expenses.