Cost of Living in Kingsland, TX

Population 7,246 · Texas · Data vintage 2023

75
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Under 25,000 residents gives Kingsland a small-town character that shows up in every data point below — from the commute patterns to the rental inventory. A typical home runs $230,000. Unemployment has stayed elevated relative to the national figure — 8.1% as of the most recent ACS release — which shows up in household-income and poverty figures as well.

Located 50 miles west of Round Rock, Kingsland falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 40% lower than Round Rock's $384,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 75
Rent 75

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

About the Cost of Living in Kingsland

The median home value in Kingsland is $230,200 — 25% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $984/month, 25% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $55,801/year is 25% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 8.1%, 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 78.5°F and lows of 56.5°F. Overall, Kingsland has a cost of living index of 75 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 25% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$230,200
25% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$175,929
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$984/mo
25% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
19.5x
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 72.2%
Renter-occupied 27.9%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$984
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,598/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
31.2 min
16% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
11.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
75.4%
Carpooled
11.0%
Walked
2.3%
Work from home
11.3%

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
$55,801
25% below avg
Per Capita Income
$39,672
Unemployment Rate
8.1%
68% above avg
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Labor Force Participation
52.4%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 15.3%
Graduate degree 9.4%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 48
Male median age 49.9
Female median age 46.6

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
78.5°F
Avg Low
56.5°F
Annual Precip
28.4"
30° 48° 65° 83° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 616472798592959689806961
Low °F 384249566471737368584740
Precip" 1.651.632.662.123.672.851.791.762.893.182.251.93

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Kingsland, TX?

Kingsland has a cost index of 75 (100 = national average). It is 25% below the national average.

What is average rent in Kingsland, TX?

The median gross rent in Kingsland is $984 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Kingsland?

The median home value in Kingsland is $230,200 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Kingsland?

The median household income in Kingsland is $55,801 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Kingsland, TX?

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

Is Kingsland, TX affordable?

Yes, Kingsland is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 75 — about 25% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Kingsland?

Kingsland has average high temperatures of 78.5°F and average lows of 56.5°F. Annual precipitation is 28.4". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Kingsland at a Glance

Population
7,246
Median Income
$55,801
Home Value
$230,200
Median Rent
$984/mo
Unemployment
8.1%
Avg High Temp
78.5°F
Sales Tax
8.2%
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