Cost of Living in La Grange, TX

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3%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
15%
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 La Grange Texas National
Cost of living9794100
Groceries10098100
Health care10298100
Housing8583100
Transportation9998100
Utilities109103100
Lifestyle & Entertainment10398100
Household Items9998100
Education & Childcare10398100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in La Grange is 3% higher than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in La Grange is 3% lower than the national average
  • La Grange housing is 15% 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$70,173$5,848$1,637$2,105
      Renters$37,264$3,105$869$1,118
      The percentage of monthly income spent on housing related expenses can help predict the affordability of housing in La Grange, 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 La Grange, homeowners have a median income of $70,173. Using that number, a maximum of $1,637 per month should be allocated to housing expenses. For those who are renting instead of owning, the median income is $37,264, which means there is a maximum of $869 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%

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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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