Corpus Christi, Texas has an overall cost of living index of 91.7, which is 8.3 points below the US average of 100 — making it more affordable than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month, while the typical home is valued around $210,400. Households earn a median of $67,394 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is moderate, with an average AQI of 68. Below: housing costs, local wages by occupation, neighborhoods, climate, jobs and major industries, and healthcare access — all drawn from US Census, BEA, BLS, HUD, EPA, and NOAA data.
Median Household Income
$67,394
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,292
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$210,400
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
91.7
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,031
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,117
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,366
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,796
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
91.7
Goods
92.9
Rents / Housing
80.3
Services
88.4
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $125,550 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $82,990 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $57,390 |
| ⚡Electrician | $55,570 |
| 📊Accountant | $79,670 |
| 🔧Plumber | $59,390 |
| ⚕️Nurse Practitioner | $246,240 |
| 🏗️Civil Engineer | $96,820 |
| 👔Operations Manager | $113,880 |
| 📈Market Research Analyst | $62,230 |
| 🏢Health Services Manager | $117,100 |
| 🚛Truck Driver | $52,160 |
| 👨⚕️Physician Assistant | N/A |
| 🩺Surgeon | N/A |
| 🧮Data Scientist | N/A |
| 🖥️Computer Engineer | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
317,419
Latest estimate
Median Age
36.9 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
68.0
Source: EPA AirNow
January Avg
58°F
July Avg
85°F
Sunny Days / Year
239
Annual Snowfall
—
Climate category: Temperate · Source: NOAA/NCEI 30-year normals.
Healthcare Score
29.3
poor
Hospitals
4
Doctors per 1,000
1.00
Insurance Coverage
82.2%
What is the cost of living index for Corpus Christi?
Corpus Christi has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 91.7. The US national average is 100, so Corpus Christi is 8.3 points below the national average.
What is the median rent in Corpus Christi?
The median gross rent in Corpus Christi is $1,292 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Corpus Christi?
The median household income in Corpus Christi is $67,394 per year.
What is the median home value in Corpus Christi?
The median home value in Corpus Christi is $210,400 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Corpus Christi?
Corpus Christi has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 68.0, which is rated "Moderate" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Corpus Christi?
Tax data for Texas is not yet available.
Data last updated: December 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology
