Cost of Living in Raymondville, TX

Population 10,243 · Texas · Data vintage 2023

38
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Household incomes in Raymondville run well below national norms — a median of $42,148 versus the $74,580 US figure. Housing costs partially offset that gap (typical home values around $48,000). Around 31% of residents live below the federal poverty line, a rate that tends to correlate with the income and housing figures above.

Located 25 miles east of Edinburg, Raymondville falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 72% lower than Edinburg's $175,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 16
Rent 72

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

About the Cost of Living in Raymondville

The median home value in Raymondville is $48,200 — 84% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $945/month, 28% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $42,148/year is 43% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 10.7%, 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 86.2°F and lows of 63.6°F. Overall, Raymondville has a cost of living index of 38 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 62% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$48,200
84% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$114,661
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$945/mo
28% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
4.3x
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 67.2%
Renter-occupied 32.8%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$945
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,559/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
17.7 min
34% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
7.7%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
82.0%
Carpooled
7.6%
Walked
2.7%
Work from home
7.7%

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
$42,148
43% below avg
Per Capita Income
$20,365
Unemployment Rate
10.7%
121% above avg
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Labor Force Participation
54.8%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 5.8%
Graduate degree 2.4%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 32
Male median age 31.2
Female median age 32.7

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
86.2°F
Avg Low
63.6°F
Annual Precip
23.6"
40° 55° 70° 85° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 727681879396989894888073
Low °F 495359647174757672645650
Precip" 1.001.250.861.372.533.401.961.854.672.481.151.11

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Raymondville, TX?

Raymondville has a cost index of 38 (100 = national average). It is 62% below the national average.

What is average rent in Raymondville, TX?

The median gross rent in Raymondville is $945 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Raymondville?

The median home value in Raymondville is $48,200 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Raymondville?

The median household income in Raymondville is $42,148 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Raymondville, TX?

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

Is Raymondville, TX affordable?

Yes, Raymondville is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 38 — about 62% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Raymondville?

Raymondville has average high temperatures of 86.2°F and average lows of 63.6°F. Annual precipitation is 23.6". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Raymondville at a Glance

Population
10,243
Median Income
$42,148
Home Value
$48,200
Median Rent
$945/mo
Unemployment
10.7%
Avg High Temp
86.2°F
Sales Tax
8.2%
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