Cost of living in Baytown

In Baytown, United States, a single person typically needs around $2084 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $5030 monthly.

How expensive is Baytown compared to other cities?

Baytown is 46% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Baytown compare to your city?

Baytown is 46% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Baytown is, on average, 50% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Baytown?

Who is Baytown a good fit for?

Baytown is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Baytown so expensive?

The primary driver of Baytown's high cost of living is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities. This makes it challenging for those without substantial income to manage living costs.

Is food expensive in Baytown?

Yes, food prices in Baytown are 18% higher compared to the European benchmark. This adds to the overall cost of living in the city.

Is public transport affordable in Baytown?

Public transport in Baytown is 22% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more economical option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2084 $
Without Rent
775 $
Rent & Utilities
1309 $
Food
561 $
Transport
59 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3173 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
83.7K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.9 $
Dinner 79.8 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.98 $
Capuccino 2.98 $
Coke, 330ml 1.98 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.79 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.57 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.87 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.27 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.1 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.28 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.3 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.48 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.21 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.54 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.79 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.73 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.35 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.93 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.8 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.11 $
Cigarette pack 9.05 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.95 $
Monthly Pass 71.5 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.8 $
Taxi, 8 km 17.1 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 109 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.13 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.15 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.9 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.18 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 106 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 165 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 68.8 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,097 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,972 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,281 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,482 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,36 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,046 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,173 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.60%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 32.9 $
Cinema, 1 seat 14.1 $
Haircut 19.6 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 90.8 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 63.5 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,476 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 21,708 $

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Baytown vs San Jose (San Jose is 41% less expensive) Baytown vs Limon (Limon is 42% less expensive) Baytown vs Liberia (Liberia is 57% less expensive) Baytown vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 41% less expensive) Baytown vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 39% less expensive) Baytown vs Cartago (Cartago is 54% less expensive) Baytown vs Heredia (Heredia is 40% less expensive) Baytown vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 19% less expensive) Baytown vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 37% less expensive)
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Baytown vs Kingston (Kingston is 36% less expensive) Baytown vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 62% less expensive) Baytown vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 51% less expensive) Baytown vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 44% less expensive) Baytown vs May Pen (May Pen is 61% less expensive) Baytown vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 53% less expensive) Baytown vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 59% less expensive) Baytown vs Linstead (Linstead is 50% less expensive) Baytown vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 46% less expensive) Baytown vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 45% less expensive)
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Baytown vs St. George's (St. George's is 49% less expensive) Baytown vs Grenville (Grenville is 49% less expensive)
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Baytown vs Roseau (Roseau is 52% less expensive) Baytown vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 45% less expensive)
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Baytown vs Belize City (Belize City is 58% less expensive) Baytown vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 48% less expensive) Baytown vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 65% less expensive) Baytown vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 36% less expensive) Baytown vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 25% less expensive)
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Baytown vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 52% less expensive) Baytown vs Mixco (Mixco is 69% less expensive) Baytown vs Coban (Coban is 56% less expensive) Baytown vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 63% less expensive) Baytown vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 57% less expensive) Baytown vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 57% less expensive) Baytown vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 58% less expensive) Baytown vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 58% less expensive) Baytown vs Flores (Flores is 59% less expensive) Baytown vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 62% less expensive)
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