Belton, TX Cost of Living


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Belton cost of living score
83.7
Less expensive
16.3% lower
than the US average
11.1% lower
than the Texas average
Belton, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.3% lower than the U.S. average and 11.1% higher than the average for Texas.

Belton, TX

Housing costs in Belton?
A typical home costs $307,200, which is 9.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.2% more expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Belton costs $940 per month, which is 34.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 36.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Belton?
To live comfortably in Belton, Texas, a minimum annual income of $59,040 for a family, and $29,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Belton?
The cost of living in Belton, TX is fairly affordable, with an all-items Consumer Price Index (CPI) of 93.8. This is slightly lower than the national average CPI of 100 and indicates that everyday goods and services are slightly more affordable in Belton than in other parts of the country. On a monthly basis, housing costs in Belton are quite reasonable at an average rent of $742 for a one-bedroom apartment, which is much lower than the national average rent of $949 per month. Additionally, groceries and health care costs are similar to the national average. Therefore, Belton provides a great opportunity for individuals and families to enjoy a high quality of life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBeltonTexasUnited States
  83.794.2100.0
  94.693.7100
  101.5100.0100.0
  90.583.5100.0
  $307,200$297,600$338,100
  102.3%99.2%100.0%
  74.3103.3100.0
  93.483.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 1 years ago

I've lived in this area for over 20 years. All in all, it's a good place to raise a family. Belton ISD has a good state rating. There is usually some sort of activity  More

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As a substitute teacher for BISD, I have had the opportunity to get to know many of the teachers and administrators, as well as the students. Belton is blessed to have  More

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Belton is a small town near Killeen and Fort Hood (large Army Base). It's economy depends a lot on the base for income so they have a captive audience that they can  More

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