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Cost of Living in Rice Tracts, TX

Population: 1,117 | Texas

89
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Rice Tracts is 11% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
77
Home Values
86
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Rice Tracts, TX: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 89, Rice Tracts, TX is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 11% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Texas state average. Rice Tracts is a small community of 1,117 residents.

The median household income in Rice Tracts is $150,750, which is 101% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Rice Tracts. The area sees an average annual temperature of 75°F, with summers averaging 86°F and winters around 63°F. Annual rainfall totals 24 inches spread over roughly 84 days. Hot summers are common, which can affect utility costs and lifestyle.

Everyday prices in the Brownsville-Harlingen, 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$150,750
vs US Median ($75,149)
+101%

Housing

Median Home Value
$235,600

Everyday Prices in Rice Tracts

BLS Average Prices for the Brownsville-Harlingen, TX (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.85
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-7% vs US
🥚
$2.32
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-7% vs US
🥛
$3.74
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-7% vs US
🍞
$1.72
Bread (white)
per lb
-7% vs US
🍗
$3.85
Chicken breast
per lb
-7% vs US
$0.17
Electricity
per kWh
-12% vs US

Climate in Rice Tracts

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

75°F
Avg Temperature
24"
Rainfall / Year
84d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 72 76 81 87 91 95 96 97 92 88 79 73
Avg °F 61 65 70 76 81 85 86 86 82 77 68 62
Low °F 50 54 59 65 71 75 75 75 73 66 57 52
Rain" 1.1 0.7 1.3 1.5 2.5 2.3 1.8 1.9 5.3 2.7 1.8 1.2

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