Cost of Living in Shenandoah, TX

With a cost of living index of 108, Shenandoah, TX is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 8% more expensive than the national average and 20% above the Texas state average of 88. Shenandoah is a small community of 3,597 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Shenandoah's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,325 (0% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $396,000 (30% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.9x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Shenandoah is $67,422, which is 10% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 24% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Shenandoah. The area sees an average annual temperature of 69.8°F, with summers averaging 84°F and winters around 55°F. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches spread over roughly 122 days.

Everyday prices in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher 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.