Zip 79201 (Childress, TX) Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Childress, Texas?
$1,530 / month
for a family, 71.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $18,360 for the year for a family.
$2,167 / month
for a single person, 54.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,000 for the year for a single person.

Childress cost of living score
67.4
Less expensive
32.6% lower
than the US average
28.5% lower
than the Texas average
Childress (zip 79201), Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 67.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 32.6% lower than the U.S. average and 28.5% higher than the average for Texas.

Zip 79201 (Childress, TX)

Housing costs in Childress?
A typical home costs $96,200, which is 71.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 67.7% less expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Childress 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 Childress?
To live comfortably in Childress (zip 79201), Texas, a minimum annual income of $18,360 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Childress?
The cost of living in 79201 Childress, TX is relatively affordable compared to the national average. According to BestPlaces, the cost of living index is 81, which is 19% lower than the US average. Groceries, health care costs and transportation are all significantly lower than the US average. Housing prices are also quite reasonable when compared to other areas within Texas, with median home values at $69,700. Renters also benefit from low costs with median monthly rents at $742. This makes 79201 Childress a great place to live for those looking for an affordable cost of living.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesChildressTexasUnited States
    Unlock94.2100.0
  90.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock100.0100.0
  28.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$297,600$338,100
  104.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock103.3100.0
  74.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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