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14%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
48%
Housing NAT. AVG.
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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 Vidor Texas National
Cost of living8692100
Goods & Services10296100
Groceries9796100
Health care9694100
Housing5283100
Transportation9392100
Utilities108104100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Vidor, TX

Understanding the cost of living in Vidor 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 Vidor cost of living index is 86, which is 14% 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.

Housing costs often consume a significant share of your take-home income, often surpassing 30%. Fortunately, Vidor distinguishes itself by reporting housing expenses that are 47.7% below the national average. This indicates that both owning a home and renting in this area are notably more budget-friendly compared to the rest of the nation. With such favorable housing affordability, residents of Vidor can allocate more of their income to housing, enhancing their financial flexibility.

Is Vidor Affordable?

Wondering if Vidor is affordable? It's a question that often comes up when you're thinking about a new city since affordability can really shape your decisions. The cost of living index (covered earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a part in the affordability equation. In Vidor, for example, the median home price is 54.4% lower than what folks pay nationally, and monthly rent is 32.2% lower than the usual rates. Plus, income levels matter too, with Vidor boasting a median household income of $50,182, which is 9.3% lower than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Vidor?

Subsidies: Certain regions may provide government subsidies or assistance initiatives designed to alleviate the cost of living burden on their residents. These programs encompass a wide range of support mechanisms, such as 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 farming subsidies. Areas with fewer subsidy offerings might experience an elevation in their cost of living.

Transportation: If public transportation is limited or not available, residents may need to own and maintain vehicles, which can add to the cost of living. Gas, insurance, regular maintenance and potentially lease or finance payments will all need to be paid on a monthly basis. In Vidor, the transportation index is 7.4% lower than the national average.

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 Vidor, the healthcare costs are 3.9% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Vidor 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. Published on a quarterly basis, it compiles data from more than 300 independent researchers, encompassing over 60 goods and services. These items have been meticulously selected to represent various consumer expenditure categories, in 6 categories. Weightings assigned to cost differentials draw from government survey data tracking spending patterns among professional and executive households. While the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, AreaVibes incorporates tax rates into the overall cost of living score for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Vidor is 7% lower than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Vidor is 14% lower than the national average
  • Vidor housing is 48% 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$59,292$4,941$1,383$1,779
      Renters$37,727$3,144$880$1,132
      The affordability of the housing market in Vidor, TX as well as the overall cost of living can be predicted by what percent of the monthly income is spent on housing related costs. This is konwn as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The overall rule of thumb is that no more than 28% of your gross income should be spent on the overall costs related to housing and no more than 36% of gross income on all expenses and debts. Among Vidor homeowners, the median income is $59,292. This indicates that a monthly maximum of $1,383 should be spent by homeowners on all housing related costs. Renters have a median income of $37,727. This indicates that renters would have a maximum of $880 for their rent related monthly costs.

      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 Vidor National avg. Difference
      Haircut $26.22$24.268.1%
      Beauty Salon $46.89$45.562.9%
      Toothpaste $3.66$3.701.0%
      Shampoo $1.16$1.289.1%
      Movie $11.93$12.131.7%
      Bowling $19.17$18.006.5%

      Groceries

      Item Vidor National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.37$5.848.1%
      Fried Chicken $1.49$1.575.5%
      Milk $4.66$4.670.3%
      Potatoes $4.17$4.9315.6%
      Pizza $10.99$12.099.1%
      Beer $10.23$10.411.8%

      Health Care

      Item Vidor National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $119.32$125.685.1%
      Doctor $87.50$135.7835.6%
      Dentist $104.52$113.297.7%
      Ibuprofen $10.41$10.652.3%
      Lipitor $480.00$468.602.4%

      Housing

      Item Vidor National avg. Difference
      Home Price $84,300.00$184,700.0054.4%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $2,167.70$2,346.697.6%
      Apartment Rent $643.00$949.0032.2%

      Transportation

      Item Vidor National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.06$3.4611.6%
      Tire Balancing $48.89$59.9218.4%

      Utilities

      Item Vidor National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $214.33$193.9910.5%
      Phone $209.24$192.258.8%
      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.