Dawson, TX Cost of Living


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Dawson cost of living score
76.1
Less expensive
23.9% lower
than the US average
19.2% lower
than the Texas average
Dawson, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.9% lower than the U.S. average and 19.2% higher than the average for Texas.

Dawson, TX

Housing costs in Dawson?
A typical home costs $145,700, which is 56.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 51.0% less expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dawson costs $880 per month, which is 38.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 45.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Dawson?
To live comfortably in Dawson, Texas, a minimum annual income of $28,080 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dawson?
The cost of living in Dawson, TX is quite affordable compared to the rest of the United States. The cost of a typical home in Dawson is about $90,000 which is much less than other cities in Texas. Renting a one bedroom apartment costs around $500 per month, and groceries are relatively inexpensive as well. Public transportation is limited but there are some taxi and ride-sharing services serving the area. Property taxes are not high, making it an attractive location for those looking to save money on housing expenses. Overall, the cost of living in Dawson is very reasonable and makes it a great place to live for those on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDawsonTexasUnited States
  76.194.2100.0
  91.993.7100
  103.4100.0100.0
  23.083.5100.0
  $145,700$297,600$338,100
  101.8%99.2%100.0%
  79.8103.3100.0
  80.383.2100.0

   100=National Average

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