Cost of Living in Petrolia, TX

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19%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
59%
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 Petrolia Texas National
Cost of living8194100
Groceries9998100
Health care9898100
Housing4183100
Transportation9498100
Utilities107103100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9598100
Household Items10098100
Education & Childcare9398100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Petrolia is 14% lower than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Petrolia is 19% lower than the national average
  • Petrolia housing is 59% 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$53,509$4,459$1,248$1,605
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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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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