Cost of Living in Victoria, TX
Updated November 2026 · Victoria County · Victoria, TX metro area · population 65,625
Prices in Victoria are 9.3% below the US average (local index 90.7; the BEA index for the Victoria, TX metro area is 89.8), with local housing the biggest saving at 71.0; a single adult's modelled budget is about $2,391 a month and the median rent is $1,172.
Prices by category
CostLiving local estimate. 100 = US average; 110 means prices are 10% higher. Housing reflects Victoria's own median rent compared with the area's average rent; goods, utilities and other services are BEA's official price parities for the Victoria, TX metro area, unchanged.
Victoria price index by category, US average = 100: All items 90.7, Housing (rents) 71.0, Goods 93.8, Utilities 85.3, Other services 96.2
It is the 69th most expensive of the 79 Texas cities in our data. Cheaper than 90% of the cities we cover.
| BEA index | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 93.5 | 95.3 | 91.7 | 91.0 | 91.2 | 89.8 |
Monthly budget by household type
1 adult · 1-bedroom · modelled estimate for Victoria, TX
| Category | Per month | Per year | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing (rent) | $810 | $9,720 | 34% |
| Utilities | $257 | $3,084 | 11% |
| Food at home | $264 | $3,168 | 11% |
| Transportation | $564 | $6,768 | 24% |
| Health care | $338 | $4,056 | 14% |
| Clothing, personal care & supplies | $158 | $1,896 | 7% |
| Total | $2,391 | $28,692 | 100% |
2 adults · 2-bedroom · modelled estimate for Victoria, TX
| Category | Per month | Per year | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing (rent) | $1,047 | $12,564 | 26% |
| Utilities | $405 | $4,860 | 10% |
| Food at home | $488 | $5,856 | 12% |
| Transportation | $1,117 | $13,404 | 28% |
| Health care | $627 | $7,524 | 16% |
| Clothing, personal care & supplies | $311 | $3,732 | 8% |
| Total | $3,995 | $47,940 | 100% |
2 adults + 2 children · 3-bedroom · modelled estimate for Victoria, TX
| Category | Per month | Per year | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing (rent) | $1,198 | $14,376 | 25% |
| Utilities | $493 | $5,916 | 10% |
| Food at home | $696 | $8,352 | 14% |
| Transportation | $1,484 | $17,808 | 31% |
| Health care | $584 | $7,008 | 12% |
| Clothing, personal care & supplies | $401 | $4,812 | 8% |
| Total | $4,856 | $58,272 | 100% |
Modelled estimate of basic costs, excluding taxes, child care and savings. Housing is rent excluding tenant-paid utilities (counted under utilities). See how the budget is calculated.
Housing costs in Victoria
Rent by number of bedrooms
| Size | Median rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,010 |
| 1 bedroom | $973 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,257 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,439 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,623 modelled from city median rent |
Median rent: Census ACS 2020-2024 median gross rent by bedrooms (rent plus tenant-paid utilities, all renters).
Rent, home values and affordability
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $1,172 |
| Median contract rent (excl. utilities) | $976 |
| Median home value | $207,100 |
| Owner costs with a mortgage | $1,718/mo |
| Median household income | $67,226 |
| Rent as % of renter income Expensive | 30.0% |
| Home value ÷ household income Affordable | 3.1× |
Census ACS 5-year 2020-2024.
Electricity and gas prices
Residential electricity in Texas
15.91¢ per kWh, August 2026
12-month change: +3.3% (from 15.40¢) · US 18.16¢
Average household uses 1,113 kWh a month in Texas ≈ $178/month. Source: EIA-861M (statewide average).
Regular gasoline
$3.58 per gallon, week of 2026-11-02
12-month change: +45.1% (from $2.47) · US $4.15
EIA weekly retail price survey.
Inflation in the South
Consumer prices in the South Census region rose +3.4% in the 12 months to September 2026 (US +3.7%). Nationally, food at home changed +1.8%, shelter +3.2% and energy +20.4%. Source: BLS CPI-U, not seasonally adjusted. CPI is published for regions and large metro areas, so the regional figure is shown.
Salary equivalent
Because prices in Victoria are 9.3% below the US average, $60,000 here has the buying power of about $66,100 in an average-priced US area.
Formula: US-equivalent = salary × 100 ÷ 90.7. Based on the local cost index (CostLiving estimate from BEA RPP and Census rents); taxes not included.
Nearby cities
| City | Distance | Index | Budget (single) | Median rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi, TX | 75 mi | 93.4 | $2,484 | $1,292 |
| New Braunfels, TX | 91 mi | 98.2 | $2,818 | $1,654 |
| San Marcos, TX | 92 mi | 94.2 | $2,688 | $1,322 |
| Kyle, TX | 97 mi | 99.6 | $2,894 | $1,752 |
| Sugar Land, TX | 97 mi | 105.4 | $3,012 | $1,957 |
Cities with a similar cost of living
| City | Index | Budget (single) | Median rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 90.7 | $2,317 | $1,130 |
| Toledo, OH | 90.8 | $2,144 | $901 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 90.8 | $2,261 | $998 |
| Gatlinburg, TN | 90.7 | $2,488 | $1,098 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 90.7 | $2,362 | $1,035 |
| Johnson City, TN | 90.7 | $2,236 | $1,023 |
Compare Victoria with another city
Frequently asked questions
Is Victoria, TX an expensive place to live?
Victoria has a local cost of living index of 90.7, which is 9.3% below the US average. This CostLiving estimate starts from the BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Victoria, TX metro area (89.8) and adjusts housing to Victoria's own rents. It is 6.3 points below the Texas average. It is the 69th most expensive of the 79 Texas cities in our data. Cheaper than 90% of the cities we cover.
How much money do you need to live in Victoria?
Our modelled estimate of basic monthly costs is $2,391 for a single adult, $3,995 for a couple and $4,856 for a family of four, before taxes, child care and savings. A $60,000 salary in an average-priced US area buys about the same as $54,400 in Victoria.
What is the average rent in Victoria?
The median gross rent (rent plus tenant-paid utilities) is $1,172 a month (Census ACS 2020-2024). By size: 1 bedroom $973, 2 bedrooms $1,257, 3 bedrooms $1,439. The typical renter spends 30.0% of household income on rent (expensive).
How much does a house cost in Victoria?
The median owner-estimated home value is $207,100, 3.1 times the median household income of $67,226 (affordable). Owners with a mortgage pay a median $1,718 a month in housing costs.
How much is electricity and gas in Victoria?
Texas residential electricity averaged 15.91¢ per kWh in August 2026 (US 18.16¢). Regular gasoline was $3.58 a gallon (Texas average, week of 2026-11-02).
Sources and notes
- Local cost index: CostLiving estimate from BEA Regional Price Parities 2024 for the Victoria, TX metropolitan statistical area (BEA index 89.8) with housing from Census ACS median rent (city figure); see the methodology.
- Rents, home values, income, population: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year 2020-2024, Census place 4875428 (Victoria city).
- Electricity: EIA-861M, Texas residential average, August 2026.
- Gasoline: EIA weekly retail regular gasoline, Texas, week of 2026-11-02.
- Inflation: BLS CPI-U South region, September 2026.
- Budget baselines: BLS Consumer Expenditure Survey 2025; electricity use by household size: EIA RECS 2020.
Labels such as “county figure” or “state nonmetro figure” mark values that come from a larger area because the city-level figure is unavailable or unreliable. The monthly budget is a modelled estimate, not observed spending, and excludes taxes. This page is for general information and is not financial advice. Methodology · All sources