Cost of Living in Tyler, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.6
100 = national avg
+9.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,227
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,992
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing125.8
Food100.1
Transportation100.2
Healthcare100.1
Utilities105.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,089
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,338
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tyler is 109.6, which is 9.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,227 per year to cover basic expenses.