Highlands, TX Cost of Living


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Highlands cost of living score
96.9
Less expensive
3.1% lower
than the US average
2.9% higher
than the Texas average
Highlands, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 96.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 3.1% lower than the U.S. average and 2.9% lower than the average for Texas.

Highlands, TX

Housing costs in Highlands?
A typical home costs $211,400, which is 37.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 29.0% less expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Highlands costs $1,100 per month, which is 23.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Highlands?
To live comfortably in Highlands, Texas, a minimum annual income of $40,680 for a family, and $36,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Highlands?
The cost of living in Highlands, TX is relatively low compared to other cities in the area. While it may not be the cheapest city in Texas, it certainly has some of the most affordable housing and utilities costs in the region. The average monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment is around $750, while a three-bedroom can be as low as $800. Utility prices are also quite reasonable; electricity averages about $100 per month, and water is usually under $50. Additionally, groceries remain relatively cheap and can be found at local stores such as Walmart and H-E-B. All these factors combine to make Highlands an ideal location for those looking for an affordable place to live.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHighlandsTexasUnited States
  96.994.2100.0
  95.893.7100
  95.1100.0100.0
  64.683.5100.0
  $211,400$297,600$338,100
  97.6%99.2%100.0%
  121.3103.3100.0
  105.983.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

I have lived in Highlands, TX., since 1984. The location & traffic is good in relation to downtown Houston, Crosby, Baytown, Pasadena & even Beaumont &/or West Houston  More

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