Sugar Land, TX Utility & Living Guide

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Sugar Land, Texas Utility & Living Guide

Sugar Land is the largest city in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States, located in the southwestern part of the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. Located about 19 miles (31 km) southwest of downtown Houston, Sugar Land is a populous suburban municipality centered around the junction of Texas State Highway 6 and Interstate 69/U.S.

Last updated: August 20, 2026
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$1681/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$387,900
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Living in Sugar Land, summers are intense — Aug highs average 94.0°F, while winters stay mild, with Feb lows rarely below 47.2°F. At just 793 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. Annual rainfall reaches 65.5 inches, mostly summer thunderstorms. Within 5 miles: 104 parks, 17 groceries, 111 dining spots and 4 schools. 3 hospitals serve the area. Median household income: $132,247. With a 4.5% poverty rate and 81.2% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Missouri City (6mi E), Richmond (8mi W), Rosenberg (11mi W). Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 56 over the past week.
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Living in Sugar Land, summers are intense — Aug highs average 94.0°F, while winters stay mild, with Feb lows rarely below 47.2°F. At just 793 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. Annual rainfall reaches 65.5 inches, mostly summer thunderstorms. Within 5 miles: 104 parks, 17 groceries, 111 dining spots and 4 schools. 3 hospitals serve the area. Median household income: $132,247. With a 4.5% poverty rate and 81.2% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Missouri City (6mi E), Richmond (8mi W), Rosenberg (11mi W). Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 56 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

Combined Average Overhead$310/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1681/mo
2 Bedrooms$1868/mo
3 Bedrooms$2335/mo
Median Home Price$387,900
Property Tax Rate1.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$900
Contact a local realtor for current market conditions in Sugar Land.

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 Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate1.6%

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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📊 Sugar Land — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$132,247
🏠 Homeownership Rate
81.2%
🔑 Renter Rate
18.8%
📉 Poverty Rate
4.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.0%
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