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Cost of Living in Runge, TX

Population: 1,196 | Texas

48
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Runge is 52% less expensive than the national average.

24
Housing
19
Home Values
95
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 48, Runge, TX is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 52% cheaper than the national average and 40% below the Texas state average of 88. Runge is a small community of 1,196 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Runge's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $322 (76% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $57,200 (81% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Runge is $35,313, which is 53% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 11% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Runge. The area sees an average annual temperature of 70.7°F, with summers averaging 84°F and winters around 56°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches spread over roughly 95 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

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
$35,313
vs US Median ($75,149)
-53%

Housing

Median Rent
$322/mo
Median Home Value
$57,200
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$478/mo

Climate in Runge

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

70.7°F
Avg Temperature
40.4"
Rainfall / Year
95d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 65 69 75 81 87 92 95 96 91 84 74 67
Avg °F 54 58 64 70 77 83 85 85 80 73 63 56
Low °F 44 48 54 60 68 73 75 74 70 61 51 45
Rain" 2.7 2.0 3.0 3.0 5.2 4.2 3.5 3.1 4.5 4.0 2.9 2.3

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