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Corpus Christi, TX

Cost of living in Corpus Christi, Texas

Nueces County, TX

Part of the Corpus Christi Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,975/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 352,829 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,128 38%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $459 15%
Groceries $334 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Corpus Christi

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,051
per month
1 bedroom
$1,128
per month
2 bedroom
$1,390
per month
3 bedroom
$1,816
per month
4 bedroom
$2,119
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Corpus Christi

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,021
per year
Individual earnings
$38,157
per year
Per capita
$33,560
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Corpus Christi

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$194,700
Annual property tax
$3,268

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Corpus Christi

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$167
per month · 14.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$32
per month
Annual total
$2,388
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Corpus Christi

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.6%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Corpus Christi

State and local tax rates for Texas.

No state income tax
Texas does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.3%
Combined sales tax
8.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Corpus Christi

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.4 min
Drive alone
80.3%
Public transit
1.2%
Work from home
5.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Corpus Christi

What it costs to live in Corpus Christi each month.

Single person
$2,975
per month
  • Rent $1,128
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $459
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,281
per month
  • Rent $1,390
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $750
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,849
per month
  • Rent $1,816
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $750
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Corpus Christi

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Corpus Christi?

In Corpus Christi, Texas, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,128 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,390 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,816 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Corpus Christi?

In Corpus Christi, Texas, the average household income is $66,021 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,157 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Corpus Christi?

The estimated cost of living in Corpus Christi, Texas is approximately $2,975 per month for a single person, $4,281 for a couple, $6,849 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Corpus Christi?

The combined sales tax rate in Corpus Christi, Texas is 8.19%, which includes the Texas state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 1.94%.

Is Corpus Christi an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Corpus Christi, Texas would need approximately $2,975 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,021 per year ($5,502 per month). Corpus Christi has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Corpus Christi?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Corpus Christi, Texas is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Corpus Christi?

The average home value in Corpus Christi, Texas is $194,700, with average annual property taxes of $3,268, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Corpus Christi compare to other areas?

You can compare Corpus Christi, Texas with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Corpus Christi is in the Corpus Christi, TX metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources