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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 Canyon Texas National
Cost of living9292100
Goods & Services9296100
Groceries9496100
Health care8494100
Housing9083100
Transportation9292100
Utilities97104100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Canyon, TX

The cost of living in Canyon affects the quality of life one can afford in this new location. It allows people to assess whether they can maintain their preferred lifestyle, including housing, leisure activities and dining options. Your total monthly expenditures can varry depending on the area, as well as many other factors. The cost of living in Canyon is 92, which is 8% lower than the national average. Knowledge of the cost of living can help individuals make informed decisions about retirement savings, investments, and financial goals.

Everyday expenditures like food, housing, goods and services, transportation and health care in Canyon are priced in a manner consistent with other areas. This means that residents of Canyon can anticipate their daily expenses remaining reasonably similar to those in an average city, thereby supporting a manageable cost of living.

Is Canyon Affordable?

Is Canyon an affordable place to live? That's a valid question to ask when you're thinking about moving to a new city. After all, how much it costs to live somewhere can be a huge factor in your decision. Affordability can be broken down into 3 common categories. The cost of living index (we talked about it earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a big role in figuring out if a place is affordable. For instance, in Canyon, the median home price is 9% lower than what most folks pay across the country, and monthly rent prices are 13.5% lower than the usual rates. Income levels in Canyon come in at $60,119, which is 8.7% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Canyon?

Subsidies: Certain cities or states may institute government subsidies or assistance programs designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with the cost of living for their residents. These programs encompass a variety of support mechanisms, including 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 farm subsidies. Areas that provide fewer subsidies may see an uptick in their overall cost of living.

Healthcare: Healthcare expenditures and insurance premium rates can vary significantly, contingent upon the particular city or state. Factors such as the accessibility of healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor's appointments, dental care charges, prescription medication costs, and expenses related to specialized medical care can all have an impact on the overall cost of living. In Canyon, healthcare costs are 15.9% lower than the national average.

Housing: When there's a high demand for housing in trendy places, it can cause property prices and rental rates to soar, leading to a significantly higher cost of living. Conversely, in less desirable locations, where demand is low, prices tend to decrease, resulting in a more budget-friendly cost of living. In Canyon, the housing index is 10.3% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The cost of living data in Canyon displayed above is sourced from the C2ER cost of living index, which serves as a practical tool for comparing living expenses across urban areas. Published on a quarterly basis, this index aggregates data from over 300 independent researchers, encompassing more than 60 goods and services, in 6 different categories. The weightings assigned to cost differences rely on government survey data that tracks the spending habits of professional and executive households. It's worth noting that the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, while AreaVibes integrates tax rates into the overall cost of living evaluation for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Canyon is 1% lower than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Canyon is 8% lower than the national average
  • Canyon housing is 10% 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$88,343$7,362$2,061$2,651
      Renters$28,871$2,406$674$866
      A good indicator of the general affordability of housing in Canyon, TX, is the percentage of monthly income that should be spent on housing expenses, otherwise known as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). Generally speaking, no more than 28 percent of your total gross income should be spent on your housing expenses and not more than 36 percent of your gross income on total expenses, including debts. In Canyon, the median monthly income is $88,343 for those who own their own homes. Under the standard rule, that income level would allow for $2,061 to be budgeted for housing expenses each month, at the most. Renters, on the other hand, earn about $28,871, per the median income in the area. That would allow for renters to spend up to $674 on monthly rental expenses.

      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 Canyon National avg. Difference
      Haircut $28.33$24.2616.8%
      Beauty Salon $49.67$45.569.0%
      Toothpaste $3.63$3.702.0%
      Shampoo $1.25$1.282.6%
      Movie $10.19$12.1316.0%
      Bowling $16.11$18.0010.5%

      Groceries

      Item Canyon National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.84$5.840.1%
      Fried Chicken $1.32$1.5716.1%
      Milk $4.51$4.673.5%
      Potatoes $4.15$4.9315.9%
      Pizza $10.10$12.0916.4%
      Beer $9.99$10.414.0%

      Health Care

      Item Canyon National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $77.00$125.6838.7%
      Doctor $114.00$135.7816.0%
      Dentist $91.00$113.2919.7%
      Ibuprofen $10.21$10.654.1%
      Lipitor $450.42$468.603.9%

      Housing

      Item Canyon National avg. Difference
      Home Price $168,100.00$184,700.009.0%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,449.46$2,346.6938.2%
      Apartment Rent $821.00$949.0013.5%

      Transportation

      Item Canyon National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.19$3.467.7%
      Tire Balancing $54.00$59.929.9%

      Utilities

      Item Canyon National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $173.26$193.9910.7%
      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.