Cost of Living in Terlingua, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.7
100 = national avg
-27.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,979
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,586
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing61.9
Food85.1
Transportation70.3
Healthcare88.1
Utilities83.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$808
per month
2 Bedroom
$993
per month
The overall cost of living index in Terlingua is 72.7, which is 27.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 61.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,979 per year to cover basic expenses.