Alton, TX Cost of Living


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Alton cost of living score
76.5
Less expensive
23.5% lower
than the US average
18.8% lower
than the Texas average
Alton, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.5% lower than the U.S. average and 18.8% higher than the average for Texas.

Alton, TX

Housing costs in Alton?
A typical home costs $150,000, which is 55.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 49.6% less expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Alton costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 50.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Alton?
To live comfortably in Alton, Texas, a minimum annual income of $28,800 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Alton?
The cost of living in Alton, TX is relatively low compared to other cities in Texas. This makes it an attractive option for those looking for an affordable place to live. Housing costs are lower than the state average, and utilities are also cheaper than most places in the state. Additionally, food and transportation costs are quite reasonable. All of these factors make Alton a great place to settle down and start a family or just enjoy the quiet small-town atmosphere.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAltonTexasUnited States
  76.594.2100.0
  9193.7100
  97.7100.0100.0
  46.583.5100.0
  $150,000$297,600$338,100
  89.7%99.2%100.0%
  89.5103.3100.0
  74.283.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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