What it actually costs to live in
Ward County, TX.
Living wage breakdown for Ward County, Texas — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $17.35 | $36,078 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $26.92 | $55,991 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $36.02 | $74,917 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $44.92 | $93,443 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $23.26 | $48,379 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $32.97 | $68,572 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $41.74 | $86,822 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $50.32 | $104,665 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $11,099 | $925 |
| Food | $4,621 | $385 |
| Medical | $3,575 | $298 |
| Transportation | $5,346 | $446 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,184 | $182 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,759 | $230 |
| Taxes | $6,494 | $541 |
| Total | $36,078 | $3,007 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$17.35/hr
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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