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Cost of Living in Bowie County

Is it better to rent or buy in Bowie County? Explore median costs, utility estimates, and run the numbers on your own budget to see how far your income goes.

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Rent vs. Buy Affordability Calculator

Adjust the sliders to match your scenario. We recommend keeping total housing costs under 40% of your gross income.

$64,704
$1,023/mo

Median in area: $1,023

$169,347

Median in area: $169,347

$33,869

If you Rent

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$1,210 /mo
Base Rent$1,023
Est. Utilities$187
% of Income22.4%
Pre-tax Residual$4,182

If you Buy

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$1,438 /mo
P&I (7.15%)$915
Taxes & Ins$336
Est. Utilities$187
% of Income26.7%
Pre-tax Residual$3,954

Compare Nearby Areas

See how Bowie County stacks up against neighboring areas.

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$872/mo
countyRed River County, TX
$1,001/mo
countyMcCurtain County, OK
$721/mo
countyLittle River County, AR
$742/mo
countyCass County, TX
$835/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Bowie County?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in Bowie County. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $1,210, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $1,438 per month (a difference of $228).

How much do utilities cost in Bowie County?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in Bowie County is approximately $187. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in Bowie County?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in Bowie County without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $48,400 per year.