Cost of Living in Kemah, TX

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13%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
45%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Kemah Texas National
Cost of living11394100
Groceries9998100
Health care9898100
Housing14583100
Transportation9798100
Utilities103103100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9998100
Household Items10198100
Education & Childcare10398100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Kemah is 20% higher than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Kemah is 13% higher than the national average
  • Kemah housing is 45% 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$158,632$13,219$3,701$4,759
      Renters$101,827$8,486$2,376$3,055

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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