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Cost of Living in San Augustine County

Is it better to rent or buy in San Augustine 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

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$50,280
$569/mo

Median in area: $569

$111,457

Median in area: $111,457

$22,291

If you Rent

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$760 /mo
Base Rent$569
Est. Utilities$191
% of Income18.1%
Pre-tax Residual$3,430

If you Buy

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$963 /mo
P&I (7.041%)$596
Taxes & Ins$176
Est. Utilities$191
% of Income23.0%
Pre-tax Residual$3,227

Compare Nearby Areas

See how San Augustine County stacks up against neighboring areas.

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$892/mo
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$1,027/mo
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$830/mo
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$889/mo
countyNacogdoches County, TX
$1,007/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in San Augustine County?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in San Augustine County. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $760, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $963 per month (a difference of $203).

How much do utilities cost in San Augustine County?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in San Augustine County is approximately $191. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

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

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