Tatum, TX Cost of Living


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Tatum cost of living score
79.2
Less expensive
20.8% lower
than the US average
15.9% lower
than the Texas average
Tatum, Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.8% lower than the U.S. average and 15.9% higher than the average for Texas.

Tatum, TX

Housing costs in Tatum?
A typical home costs $198,600, which is 41.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.3% less expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Tatum costs $950 per month, which is 33.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 34.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Tatum?
To live comfortably in Tatum, Texas, a minimum annual income of $38,160 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Tatum?
The cost of living in Tatum, TX is relatively low compared to the national average. With an overall cost of living index of 84.4, Tatum is nearly 15% lower than the U.S. average. Housing costs are particularly affordable in Tatum and are approximately 30% lower than the national average. Groceries and health care costs are also lower than the national average by roughly 8%. Overall, Tatum is an excellent option for those looking for a place to call home that won't break the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesTatumTexasUnited States
  79.294.2100.0
  94.493.7100
  97.0100.0100.0
  55.383.5100.0
  $198,600$297,600$338,100
  93.5%99.2%100.0%
  86.4103.3100.0
  78.883.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 17 years ago

I have lived in and around the area off and on for over 30 years. The main issue I have with this town is that it is not growing very fast. For the most part the same  More

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