Cost of Living in Volente, TX

With a cost of living index of 165, Volente, TX is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 65% more expensive than the national average and 77% above the Texas state average of 88. Volente is a small community of 805 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Volente's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,367 (4% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $1,083,300 (255% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6.6x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Volente is $164,500, which is 119% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 10% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, 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.