Cost of Living in Dayton, TX
Population 9,121 · Texas · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
Under 25,000 residents gives Dayton a small-town character that shows up in every data point below — from the commute patterns to the rental inventory. A typical home runs $212,000. At 7.7%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.
Located 30 miles northeast of Pasadena, Dayton falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 9% higher than Pasadena's $194,000.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Dayton
The median home value in Dayton is $211,900 — 31% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,002/month, 24% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $61,307/year is 18% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 7.7%, above the national average of 4.8%. Texas charges no state income tax, a meaningful advantage for take-home pay. The climate averages highs of 80.5°F and lows of 60.5°F. Overall, Dayton has a cost of living index of 72 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 28% less expensive.
Dayton has limited residential data
Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:
🏠 Housing
HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom
💰 Estimated Monthly Budget
Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.
🛒 Food & Groceries
National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.
🚗 Transportation
Commute Mode
⚡ Utilities
📋 Taxes
💼 Income & Employment
🎓 Education
👥 Demographics
🌤 Climate
NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 64 | 68 | 74 | 80 | 87 | 92 | 95 | 95 | 90 | 83 | 73 | 65 |
| Low °F | 44 | 48 | 54 | 60 | 68 | 74 | 76 | 75 | 71 | 61 | 52 | 46 |
| Precip" | 3.76 | 2.97 | 3.47 | 3.95 | 5.01 | 6.00 | 3.77 | 4.84 | 4.71 | 5.46 | 3.87 | 4.03 |
| Snow" | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Dayton, TX?
Dayton has a cost index of 72 (100 = national average). It is 28% below the national average.
What is average rent in Dayton, TX?
The median gross rent in Dayton is $1,002 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Dayton?
The median home value in Dayton is $211,900 according to Zillow and Census data.
What is the median income in Dayton?
The median household income in Dayton is $61,307 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Dayton, TX?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Dayton is 8.2%. Texas has no state income tax.
Is Dayton, TX affordable?
Yes, Dayton is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 72 — about 28% below the US national average of 100.
What is the weather like in Dayton?
Dayton has average high temperatures of 80.5°F and average lows of 60.5°F. Annual precipitation is 51.8". Average annual snowfall is 0.1". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
Dayton at a Glance
- Population
- 9,121
- Median Income
- $61,307
- Home Value
- $211,900
- Median Rent
- $1,002/mo
- Unemployment
- 7.7%
- Avg High Temp
- 80.5°F
- Sales Tax
- 8.2%
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