Cost of living in Waco

Waco, United States is Very expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $2223 for one person and $4805 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Waco compared to other cities?

Waco is 56% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Waco compare to your city?

Waco is 50% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Waco is, on average, 42% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Waco?

Who is Waco a good fit for?

Waco 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 Waco so expensive?

The primary reason for Waco's high cost of living is the significant increase in rent and utilities. This factor heavily influences overall monthly expenses.

Is food expensive in Waco?

Food costs in Waco are 11% higher than the European benchmark. This contributes to the overall expense of living in the city.

Is public transport affordable in Waco?

Public transport in Waco is 35% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more budget-friendly option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2223 $
Without Rent
715 $
Rent & Utilities
1508 $
Food
531 $
Transport
49 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3734 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
138.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.9 $
Dinner 62.2 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.96 $
Capuccino 5.25 $
Coke, 330ml 2.19 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.98 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.81 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.65 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.12 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.9 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.94 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.14 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.57 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.81 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.73 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.17 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.51 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.8 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.73 $
Cigarette pack 8.06 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.49 $
Monthly Pass 40 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.76 $
Taxi, 8 km 17.3 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 108 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 8.86 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.24 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.86 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.92 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 106 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 164 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 68.8 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,394 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,105 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,089 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,410 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,942 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,942 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,734 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.55%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 27.3 $
Cinema, 1 seat 9.57 $
Haircut 18.1 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 78.3 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 51.8 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 845 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 21,735 $

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Waco vs Havana (Havana is 54% less expensive) Waco vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 36% less expensive) Waco vs Holguin (Holguin is 42% less expensive) Waco vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 31% less expensive) Waco vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 53% less expensive) Waco vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 48% less expensive) Waco vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 30% less expensive) Waco vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 30% less expensive) Waco vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 51% less expensive) Waco vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 61% less expensive)
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Waco vs San Jose (San Jose is 44% less expensive) Waco vs Limon (Limon is 46% less expensive) Waco vs Liberia (Liberia is 60% less expensive) Waco vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 45% less expensive) Waco vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 43% less expensive) Waco vs Cartago (Cartago is 57% less expensive) Waco vs Heredia (Heredia is 44% less expensive) Waco vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 24% less expensive) Waco vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 41% less expensive)
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Waco vs Castries (Castries is 48% less expensive) Waco vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 46% less expensive)
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Waco vs Kingston (Kingston is 40% less expensive) Waco vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 65% less expensive) Waco vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 54% less expensive) Waco vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 48% less expensive) Waco vs May Pen (May Pen is 63% less expensive) Waco vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 56% less expensive) Waco vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 62% less expensive) Waco vs Linstead (Linstead is 53% less expensive) Waco vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 49% less expensive) Waco vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 49% less expensive)
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Waco vs St. George's (St. George's is 52% less expensive) Waco vs Grenville (Grenville is 52% less expensive)
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Waco vs Roseau (Roseau is 55% less expensive) Waco vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 49% less expensive)
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Waco vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 56% less expensive) Waco vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 55% less expensive)
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Waco vs Belize City (Belize City is 61% less expensive) Waco vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 51% less expensive) Waco vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 67% less expensive) Waco vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 40% less expensive) Waco vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 29% less expensive)
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Waco vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 55% less expensive) Waco vs Mixco (Mixco is 71% less expensive) Waco vs Coban (Coban is 59% less expensive) Waco vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 65% less expensive) Waco vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 59% less expensive) Waco vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 60% less expensive) Waco vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 61% less expensive) Waco vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 61% less expensive) Waco vs Flores (Flores is 61% less expensive) Waco vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 64% less expensive)
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Waco vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 64% less expensive) Waco vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 53% less expensive) Waco vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 66% less expensive) Waco vs Higuey (Higuey is 65% less expensive) Waco vs La Vega (La Vega is 74% less expensive) Waco vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 63% less expensive) Waco vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 67% less expensive) Waco vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 76% less expensive) Waco vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 72% less expensive) Waco vs Bonao (Bonao is 76% less expensive)
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Waco vs Managua (Managua is 65% less expensive) Waco vs Leon (Leon is 71% less expensive) Waco vs Masaya (Masaya is 68% less expensive) Waco vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 75% less expensive) Waco vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 71% less expensive) Waco vs Esteli (Esteli is 73% less expensive) Waco vs Granada (Granada is 69% less expensive) Waco vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 79% less expensive) Waco vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 70% less expensive) Waco vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 60% less expensive)