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Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
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Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Bryan Texas National
Cost of living9392100
Goods & Services9396100
Groceries9896100
Health care10094100
Housing8983100
Transportation8592100
Utilities103104100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Bryan, TX

Are you thinking about relocating, but curious about the potential cost of living in Bryan? Is it more expensive or more affordable than average? Based on the most recent report, the cost of living in Bryan stands at 93, making it 7% lower than the national average. The cost of living directly affects the affordability of one's desired lifestyle. Knowing the cost of housing, transportation, groceries and other essentials in the new area allows people to gauge whether they can maintain their preferred standard of living.

Everyday expenditures like food, housing, goods and services, transportation and health care in Bryan are priced in a manner consistent with other areas. This means that residents of Bryan can anticipate their daily expenses remaining reasonably similar to those in an average city, thereby supporting a manageable cost of living.

Is Bryan Affordable?

Is Bryan affordable? It's a key consideration when pondering a move, as affordability often shapes your choices. The cost of living index (we discussed it earlier), coupled with housing costs and income levels, serves as the cornerstone for determining a location's affordability. Take Bryan, for instance, where the median home price falls 14.5% lower than the national average, and monthly rent rates are 2.5% lower than usual. Additionally, median income levels contribute to the equation, with Bryan flaunting a median household income of $46,813, 15.4% lower than the national norm.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Bryan?

Healthcare: Healthcare expenditures and insurance premium rates can vary significantly, contingent upon the particular city or state. Factors such as the accessibility of healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor's appointments, dental care charges, prescription medication costs, and expenses related to specialized medical care can all have an impact on the overall cost of living. In Bryan, healthcare costs are 0% equal to the national average.

Groceries: Grocery costs have continued to increase significantly over the last 2-3 years. In some markets the cost of food has gone up by more than 20% in that period. While other markets have managed to see only a moderate uptick. These food costs can have a major impact on the cost of living in any area. In Bryan, the groceries index is 2% lower than the national average.

Taxes: Cities that enforce higher taxes, covering both sales taxes and income taxes, can be a factor contributing to a higher cost of living. Paying more in taxes for everyday essentials like clothing and food inevitably leads to higher expenses. A higher income tax rate can further contribute to an overall elevated cost of living. In Bryan, the baseline sales tax rate begins at 6.25%, and income tax rates start at 0%.

Where is the Data From?

The cost of living data in Bryan displayed above is sourced from the C2ER cost of living index, which serves as a practical tool for comparing living expenses across urban areas. Published on a quarterly basis, this index aggregates data from over 300 independent researchers, encompassing more than 60 goods and services, in 6 different categories. The weightings assigned to cost differences rely on government survey data that tracks the spending habits of professional and executive households. It's worth noting that the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, while AreaVibes integrates tax rates into the overall cost of living evaluation for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Bryan is 1% higher than the Texas average
  • The cost of living in Bryan is 7% lower than the national average
  • Bryan housing is 11% lower than the national average
  • Texas general sales tax is 22% higher than the national average
  • Texas state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$68,826$5,736$1,606$2,065
      Renters$33,845$2,820$790$1,015
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Bryan, TX, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Bryan homeowners, is $68,826. This would allow for a maximum of $1,606 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $33,845 which would result in a maximum of $790 to be spent on rental costs.

      Texas Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Texas 6.25% 8.25%

      Texas Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Texas 0% 0%

      Goods & Services

      Item Bryan National avg. Difference
      Haircut $25.52$24.265.2%
      Beauty Salon $67.87$45.5648.9%
      Toothpaste $3.53$3.704.6%
      Shampoo $1.29$1.281.0%
      Movie $11.10$12.138.5%
      Bowling $23.53$18.0030.7%

      Groceries

      Item Bryan National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.65$5.843.3%
      Fried Chicken $1.61$1.572.1%
      Milk $4.70$4.670.7%
      Potatoes $4.99$4.931.1%
      Pizza $11.67$12.093.5%
      Beer $10.52$10.411.1%

      Health Care

      Item Bryan National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $120.70$125.684.0%
      Doctor $93.85$135.7830.9%
      Dentist $120.24$113.296.1%
      Ibuprofen $10.69$10.650.3%
      Lipitor $505.78$468.607.9%

      Housing

      Item Bryan National avg. Difference
      Home Price $158,000.00$184,700.0014.5%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,890.77$2,346.6919.4%
      Apartment Rent $925.00$949.002.5%

      Transportation

      Item Bryan National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.02$3.4612.8%
      Tire Balancing $58.88$59.921.7%

      Utilities

      Item Bryan National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $190.29$193.991.9%
      Phone $211.13$192.259.8%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Bryan, TX85,645937.0%
      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.