Cost of Living in Merkel, TX

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16%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
49%
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 Merkel Texas National
Cost of living8494100
Groceries10098100
Health care9698100
Housing5183100
Transportation10098100
Utilities103103100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9498100
Household Items9898100
Education & Childcare9598100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Merkel is 11% lower than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Merkel is 16% lower than the national average
  • Merkel housing is 49% 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$110,269$9,189$2,573$3,308
      Renters$31,795$2,650$742$954

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      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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