Round Rock, TX Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Round Rock, Texas?
$6,900 / month
for a family, 27.8% more expensive than the national average
$4,900 / month
for a single person, 2.8% less expensive than the national average

Round Rock cost of living score
116.9
More expensive
16.9% higher
than the US average
24.1% higher
than the Texas average
Round Rock, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 116.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.9% higher than the U.S. average and 24.1% higher than the average for Texas.

Round Rock, TX

Housing costs in Round Rock?
A typical home costs $431,900, which is 27.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 45.1% more expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Round Rock costs $1,730 per month, which is 21.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 26.0% more than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Round Rock?
To live comfortably in Round Rock, Texas, a minimum annual income of $82,800 for a family, and $58,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Round Rock?
Round Rock is a city located in Central Texas that provides a low cost of living when compared to the national average. Home prices range from approximately $175,000-$245,000 depending on location; but those on lower incomes still may be able to find more affordable housing options in the area. Groceries cost an estimated $349/month while utility bills for a 915-square-foot apartment come out to around $140/month on average. Round Rock also offers many amenities such as parks, shopping centers, and restaurants that make it an ideal place to live.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRound RockTexasUnited States
  116.994.2100.0
  94.193.7100
  100.7100.0100.0
  151.083.5100.0
  $431,900$297,600$338,100
  101.399.2100
  109.9103.3100.0
  103.683.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I plan on relocating from Amarillo to Round Rock or one of the suburbs north of Austin with my wife and kids. I would like to know what people can tell me about the job  More

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Round Rock has a booming real estate market. It is one of the fastest growing communities in America. If you need more info about home buying in Round Rock, or anywhere  More

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We moved from Southern CA, we first lived at beach for many years in SD, then high desert (Hesperia). BEST MOVE I'VE EVER MADE IN MY LIFE!! The weather is great, the  More

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