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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Eagle Pass Texas National
Cost of living8892100
Goods & Services9996100
Groceries9596100
Health care10594100
Housing7083100
Transportation9392100
Utilities85104100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Eagle Pass, TX

Understanding the cost of living in Eagle Pass can help future residents assess whether their current financial situation aligns with the expenses they will encounter. It enables them to plan for potential changes in their budget and lifestyle. The Eagle Pass cost of living index is 88, which is 12% lower than the national average. The cost of living index is calculated by taking into account multiple categories, which encompass both the cost of everyday expenditures and larger expenses as well.

Is Eagle Pass Affordable?

Is Eagle Pass affordable? This is a pivotal question, especially when mulling over a move, as affordability carries substantial weight in your decision-making process. Factors such as the cost of living index (discussed earlier), housing expenses and income levels all contribute to a location's affordability. For instance, in Eagle Pass, the median home price is 29.7% lower than the national average and monthly rent prices are 29.5% lower than the typical rates. Additionally, the median income levels play a role in affordability, with Eagle Pass boasting a median household income of $46,005, 16.8% lower than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Eagle Pass?

Healthcare: Healthcare costs and insurance premiums can fluctuate greatly based on the city or state. Access to healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor\’s visits, dentist costs, medication costs and specialized care costs can all impact the cost of living. In Eagle Pass, the healthcare costs are 5% higher than the national average.

Urbanization: Larger, urban hubs brimming with ample amenities and robust employment opportunities often showcase a heightened cost of living. This surge is primarily attributed to the amplified demand for services and increased residential migration, culminating in elevated home prices and elevated rental rates. Conversely, less densely populated rural locales or regions characterized by reduced demand tend to offer a more limited array of amenities and undergo slower job market growth, ultimately yielding a more affordable cost of living.

Subsidies: Some areas might offer government subsidies or assistance programs that help lower cost of living for residents. These programs can include anything from Medicare, Medicaid, housing subsidies, low-income home energy assistance programs, school lunch programs, supplemental nutrition assistance programs, student loans, electric vehicle tax credits, affordable care act subsidies and crop subsidies. Areas that offer less subsidies, could see an increase in their cost of living.

Where is the Data From?

The Eagle Pass cost of living data displayed above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index to provide a useful and reasonably accurate measure of living cost differences in urban areas. The index takes into account data from 300 independent researches, covering more than 60 goods and services across 6 different categories, to create an overall index for each area, with 100 being the average. The C2ER index does not include sales or income tax rates in their data, however AreaVibes does include both income and sales tax rates in the overall cost of living score for each area.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Eagle Pass is 5% lower than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Eagle Pass is 12% lower than the national average
  • Eagle Pass housing is 30% lower than the national average
  • Texas general sales tax is 22% higher than the national average
  • Texas state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$62,010$5,168$1,447$1,860
      Renters$26,959$2,247$629$809
      To approximate the cost of living and the housing affordability in Eagle Pass, TX, we can look at the percentage of income that is available to be spent on monthly housing, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). To stay on the safe side, a consumer should not spend more than 28% of his or her gross income on housing-related expenses and costs and not more than 36% of income on all expenses and debts. Homeowners in Eagle Pass have a median income of $62,010. Therefore, the amount that a consumer should spend on housing costs should be no more than $1,447 per month to avoid calamity and poverty. The renters in the city have an income of about $26,959, which would make their monthly maximum allowable rental costs $629.

      Texas Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Texas 6.25% 8.25%

      Texas Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Texas 0% 0%

      Goods & Services

      Item Eagle Pass National avg. Difference
      Haircut $20.78$24.2614.4%
      Beauty Salon $43.67$45.564.2%
      Toothpaste $3.60$3.702.7%
      Shampoo $1.06$1.2817.2%
      Movie $9.50$12.1321.7%
      Bowling $13.70$18.0023.9%

      Groceries

      Item Eagle Pass National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $4.93$5.8415.6%
      Fried Chicken $1.57$1.570.1%
      Milk $4.57$4.672.2%
      Potatoes $4.55$4.937.7%
      Pizza $11.32$12.096.3%
      Beer $10.50$10.410.8%

      Health Care

      Item Eagle Pass National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $132.00$125.685.0%
      Doctor $171.14$135.7826.0%
      Dentist $108.33$113.294.4%
      Ibuprofen $10.16$10.654.7%
      Lipitor $481.60$468.602.8%

      Housing

      Item Eagle Pass National avg. Difference
      Home Price $129,900.00$184,700.0029.7%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,951.07$2,346.6916.9%
      Apartment Rent $669.00$949.0029.5%

      Transportation

      Item Eagle Pass National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.03$3.4612.4%
      Tire Balancing $57.20$59.924.5%

      Utilities

      Item Eagle Pass National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $217.71$193.9912.2%
      Phone $201.97$192.255.1%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.