Cost of Living in Nueces County, TX

What does it cost to live in Nueces County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$64,027

Median Rent

$1,175/mo

Median Home

$177,700

Affordability

438

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$899
Property Tax$259
Insurance$59

Total Monthly$1,217
% of Income22.8%

Renting

Median Rent$1,175
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,200
% of Income22%

Living in Nueces County, Texas

Nueces County has a median household income of $64,027 with housing costs that represent 22.8% of income for owners and 22% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.