Cost of Living in Texline, TX

With a cost of living index of 64, Texline, TX is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 36% cheaper than the national average and 23% below the Texas state average of 88. Texline is a small community of 527 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Texline's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $788 (40% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $87,200 (71% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.2x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Texline is $75,588, which is 1% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% 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 Texline. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.3°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 36°F. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches spread over roughly 68 days.

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.