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Spicewood, Texas Utility & Living Guide
Spicewood is an unincorporated community primarily in Burnet County but also in Travis County and Blanco County, Texas, United States. According to the Texas Almanac, the community had an estimated population of 2,000 in 2000.
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$1300/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$340000
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Living in Spicewood, summers are intense — Aug highs average 97.2°F, while winters are cool, with Feb lows hovering around 41.4°F. At just 1258 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. With 37.1 inches annually, the climate is relatively dry. Nearby cities: Marble Falls (10mi NW), Horseshoe Bay (13mi W), Lakeway (13mi SE). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 48 over the past week.
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Monthly Utility Costs
⚡ Electric
$145/mo
Local utility provider
🔥 Gas
$35/mo
Local gas utility
💧 Water
$40/mo
Municipal water department
🗑️ Garbage
$25/mo
Municipal waste management
📶 Internet
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1300/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1650/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2200/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
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Cost of Living
Overall COL Index
96
US national avg = 100
vs National Avg
-4
Groceries
94
Transportation
97
Healthcare
92
Childcare/mo
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
Family & Relocation
Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index
55
Higher = safer
School Rating
6
GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare
$900/mo
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Population: 5,000
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