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Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
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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 Fair Oaks Ranch Texas National
Cost of living15092100
Goods & Services9996100
Groceries9596100
Health care10594100
Housing27783100
Transportation9392100
Utilities85104100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX

Understanding the cost of living in Fair Oaks Ranch 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 Fair Oaks Ranch cost of living index is 150, which is 50% higher 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.

The cost of living in Fair Oaks Ranch is among the highest in the country, making it a very expensive place to live. Only a small fraction of regions boast a cost of living that is at least 20% higher than the national average, and regrettably, Fair Oaks Ranch falls into this category, which may not be suitable for those seeking an economically favorable living environment.

Housing costs are a major factor in the Fair Oaks Ranch cost of living index, and they often eat up a big chunk of your take-home pay. Unfortunately, in this area, housing expenses for both homeownership and rentals were 176.9% higher than what's typical in an average city. That includes the prices of homes and rents, as well as mortgage rates and insurance.

What Do Locals Say About the Cost of Living in Fair Oaks Ranch?

When it comes to knowing a city, its residents are the experts. We conducted a survey with 10 locals to understand their opinions on the cost of living in Fair Oaks Ranch. The results indicated that 0% found it reasonably priced with decreasing prices of goods and services, while 100% viewed it as quite expensive, with increasing prices.

Is Fair Oaks Ranch Affordable?

Wondering if Fair Oaks Ranch 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 Fair Oaks Ranch, for example, the median home price is 156.7% higher than what folks pay nationally, and monthly rent is 224% higher than the usual rates. Plus, income levels matter too, with Fair Oaks Ranch boasting a median household income of $129,154, which is 133.5% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Fair Oaks Ranch?

Transportation: In areas where public transportation is scarce or unavailable, residents often find themselves compelled to own and upkeep vehicles, thereby increasing the overall cost of living. Monthly expenses encompass fuel, insurance, routine maintenance and potentially lease or financing payments. In Fair Oaks Ranch, the transportation index is 7.3% lower than the national average.

Subsidies: Some cities and states may extend government subsidies or aid programs aimed at reducing the cost of living for their residents. These initiatives encompass diverse forms of support, 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. Regions with limited subsidy provisions may witness an increase in their overall cost of living.

Utilities: Like everything else, utilities costs can range significantly depending on factors like climate, energy sources available, location and even state regulations. Things like electricity, water, heating and waste disposal costs can be higher or lower, depending on the city or state. The utilities index in Fair Oaks Ranch comes in at 14.8% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Fair Oaks Ranch 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 Fair Oaks Ranch is 62% higher than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Fair Oaks Ranch is 50% higher than the national average
  • Fair Oaks Ranch housing is 177% higher 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$133,105$11,092$3,106$3,994
      Renters$121,635$10,136$2,838$3,649
      The percentage of monthly income spent on housing related expenses can help predict the affordability of housing in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX, as well as what the overall cost of living might be. Generally, a good rule to follow is that the debt-to-income (DTI) level you want to maintain is 28 percent or less of your income on your rent or mortgage payments and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses and debts. In Fair Oaks Ranch, homeowners have a median income of $133,105. Using that number, a maximum of $3,106 per month should be allocated to housing expenses. For those who are renting instead of owning, the median income is $121,635, which means there is a maximum of $2,838 to be spent on the costs of renting a home or apartment.

      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 Fair Oaks Ranch 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 Fair Oaks Ranch 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 Fair Oaks Ranch 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 Fair Oaks Ranch National avg. Difference
      Home Price $474,200.00$184,700.00156.7%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,951.07$2,346.6916.9%
      Apartment Rent $3,075.00$949.00224.0%

      Transportation

      Item Fair Oaks Ranch National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.03$3.4612.4%
      Tire Balancing $57.20$59.924.5%

      Utilities

      Item Fair Oaks Ranch 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.