Cost of Living in Taft, TX

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15%
Overall NAT. AVG.
3%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
48%
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 Taft Texas National
Cost of living8594100
Groceries9798100
Health care9998100
Housing5283100
Transportation10198100
Utilities105103100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9998100
Household Items9798100
Education & Childcare10498100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Taft is 9% lower than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Taft is 15% lower than the national average
  • Taft housing is 48% 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$81,510$6,793$1,902$2,446
      Renters$35,964$2,997$839$1,079

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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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