Balch Springs, TX Cost of Living


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Balch Springs cost of living score
100.2
More expensive
0.2% higher
than the US average
6.4% higher
than the Texas average
Balch Springs, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.2% higher than the U.S. average and 6.4% higher than the average for Texas.

Balch Springs, TX

Housing costs in Balch Springs?
A typical home costs $222,000, which is 34.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.4% less expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Balch Springs costs $1,460 per month, which is 2.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 12.3% more than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Balch Springs?
To live comfortably in Balch Springs, Texas, a minimum annual income of $42,480 for a family, and $49,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Balch Springs?
The cost of living in Balch Springs, TX is quite affordable. The city's overall cost of living index is well below the national average, making it a great choice for budget-conscious families and individuals. Housing costs are especially attractive, with the median home price at around $150,000 and modest rental costs. Other expenses such as groceries, utilities, healthcare, transportation, and miscellaneous goods are all well within the average range nationwide. Overall, Balch Springs is a great place to live where one can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle without spending too much money.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBalch SpringsTexasUnited States
  100.294.2100.0
  95.793.7100
  98.1100.0100.0
  65.883.5100.0
  $222,000$297,600$338,100
  101.4%99.2%100.0%
  124.2103.3100.0
  107.983.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 5 years ago

I lived here 14 yrs. It's now the Drug Capital n homeless people than  More

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Over 10 years ago

OMG.... that's soo true .... I get arrested for move a Orange Cone 6" (inches) to avoid a accident with it.... THE GARLAND TEXAS POLICE DEPARTMENT IS THE MOST IGNORANT  More

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Over 15 years ago

Climate: Hot in summer, mild winters, lots of allergens from trees, grass, and  More

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