Cost of Living in Surfside Beach, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.7
100 = national avg
+37.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,596
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,228
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing155.2
Food123.6
Transportation122.6
Healthcare118.9
Utilities125.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,240
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,359
per month
The overall cost of living index in Surfside Beach is 137.7, which is 37.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 155.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,596 per year to cover basic expenses.