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Dickinson, TX is an ideal place to live due to its affordability and high quality of life. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Dickinson is $1,240 which is significantly lower than the US average of $1,430. Additionally, the cost of living index is 98 versus 100 in the US, making it even more affordable to live here. Dickinson has a booming economy with many local businesses such as Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Cinco Ranch Car Wash & Detailer, and the Grand 1894 Opera House. Residents of Dickinson often frequent these businesses for their daily needs or entertainment needs. The low cost of living combined with ample job opportunities makes Dickinson an attractive place to call home.

Dickinson has an unemployment rate of 8.2%. The US average is 6.0%.

Dickinson has seen the job market increase by 3.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 34.0%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Dickinson
- The Sales Tax Rate for Dickinson is 8.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Dickinson is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Dickinson
- The average income of a Dickinson resident is $28,543 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Dickinson resident is $77,311 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyDickinson, TexasUnited States
  8.26
  -5.6%-6.2%
  34.0%33.5%
  8.3%6.2%
  0.0%4.6%
  $34,576$37,638
  $77,311$69,021
  $89,002$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.5%1.2%
  0.4%0.5%
  13.5%6.8%
  14.8%10.0%
  2.5%2.5%
  8.8%11.0%
  5.6%4.8%
  1.4%0.8%
  2.3%1.9%
  3.1%4.7%
  2.3%1.9%
  6.5%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.7%4.2%
  8.0%9.3%
  8.9%14.0%
  0.7%2.1%
  6.1%7.0%
  5.6%4.8%
  5.3%4.7%
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Over 10 years ago

I'm an older(72yrs)semi-retired single guy that has been living in various cities and find that the area southeast of Houston is great for finding work. Close to I-45  More

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Over 18 years ago

Property taxes are relatively high; however, that is off-set by the fact that here is no income tax. Recent legislative actions may result in a reduction of property  More

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