Cost of Living in Bevil Oaks, TX

With a cost of living index of 128, Bevil Oaks, TX is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 28% more expensive than the national average and 41% above the Texas state average of 88. Bevil Oaks is a small community of 1,308 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Bevil Oaks's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,594 (97% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $216,400 (29% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Bevil Oaks is $77,073, which is 3% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 40% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Everyday prices in the Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.