Cost of Living in Devine, TX

Population 4,430 · Texas · Data vintage 2023

50
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Devine's median household income of $45,703 is a meaningful share below the national figure, which shapes most of the downstream economic indicators — from housing affordability to the share of residents living below the poverty line (16% here). An unemployment rate of 0.0% points to a labor market well on the tight side of the national distribution.

Located 30 miles southwest of San Antonio, Devine falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 34% lower than San Antonio's $220,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 48
Rent 54

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Devine

The median home value in Devine is $145,600 — 52% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $714/month, 46% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $45,703/year is 39% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 0.0%, below the national average of 4.8%. Texas charges no state income tax, a meaningful advantage for take-home pay. The climate averages highs of 82.0°F and lows of 57.1°F. Overall, Devine has a cost of living index of 50 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 50% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$145,600
52% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$239,502
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$714/mo
46% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
17.0x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
1.7%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$766
1 BR
$811
2 BR
$981
3 BR
$1,307
4 BR
$1,509
Owner-occupied 70.2%
Renter-occupied 29.8%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$714
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,328/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
29.1 min
8% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
7.1%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
77.6%
Carpooled
4.9%
Walked
6.7%
Work from home
7.1%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) None
Total Sales Tax 8.2%
State rate 6.3%
Avg local rate 1.9%
Property Tax 1.7%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$45,703
39% below avg
Per Capita Income
$30,797
Unemployment Rate
0.0%
100% below avg
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Labor Force Participation
55.9%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 10.4%
Graduate degree 6.1%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 46.2
Male median age 45.5
Female median age 48.3

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
82.0°F
Avg Low
57.1°F
Annual Precip
24.9"
30° 48° 65° 83° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 657076838894979791847366
Low °F 394350576671737268594840
Precip" 1.211.271.882.103.432.942.061.932.762.591.561.18

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Devine, TX?

Devine has a cost index of 50 (100 = national average). It is 50% below the national average.

What is average rent in Devine, TX?

The median gross rent in Devine is $714 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Devine?

The median home value in Devine is $145,600 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Devine?

The median household income in Devine is $45,703 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Devine, TX?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Devine is 8.2%. Texas has no state income tax.

Is Devine, TX affordable?

Yes, Devine is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 50 — about 50% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Devine?

Devine has average high temperatures of 82.0°F and average lows of 57.1°F. Annual precipitation is 24.9". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Devine at a Glance

Population
4,430
Median Income
$45,703
Home Value
$145,600
Median Rent
$714/mo
Unemployment
0.0%
Avg High Temp
82.0°F
Sales Tax
8.2%
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