Zip 77005 (West University Place, TX) Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in West University Place, Texas?
$20,490 / month
for a family, 279.4% more expensive than the national average A total of $245,880 for the year for a family.
$5,500 / month
for a single person, 15.4% more expensive than the national average A total of $66,000 for the year for a single person.

West University Place cost of living score
96.9
Less expensive
3.1% lower
than the US average
2.9% higher
than the Texas average
West University Place (zip 77005), Texas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 96.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 3.1% lower than the U.S. average and 2.9% lower than the average for Texas.

Zip 77005 (West University Place, TX)

Housing costs in West University Place?
A typical home costs $1,282,500, which is 279.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 330.9% more expensive than the average Texas home, at $297,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in West University Place costs $1,970 per month, which is 53.9% more than the national average of $1,280 and 34.0% more than the state average of $1,300.

Can I afford West University Place?
To live comfortably in West University Place (zip 77005), Texas, a minimum annual income of $245,880 for a family, and $66,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about West University Place?
The cost of living in 77005 West University Place, TX is generally high due to its close proximity to Houston. The median home value in the area is around $689,200, and the median rent is approximately $1,900 per month. All other costs associated with living in 77005 are quite inline with the general cost of living in Houston. Groceries, healthcare, transportation, and entertainment all are relatively comparable to other Houston-area neighborhoods. Overall, while the cost of living in 77005 West University Place may be higher than some nearby areas, the benefits of living close to downtown Houston often make up for its higher costs.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWest University PlaceTexasUnited States
    Unlock94.2100.0
  113.4  Unlock100.0
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  451.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$297,600$338,100
  96.4  Unlock100.0
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  105.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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