Cost of Living in Taft Southwest, TX

With a cost of living index of 79, Taft Southwest, TX is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 21% cheaper than the national average and 9% below the Texas state average of 88. Taft Southwest is a small community of 1,399 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Taft Southwest's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,286 (3% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $92,900 (70% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Taft Southwest is $50,769, which is 32% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 30% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. 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 Taft Southwest. The area sees an average annual temperature of 73°F, with summers averaging 84°F and winters around 60°F. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches spread over roughly 79 days.

Everyday prices in the Corpus Christi, 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.