How much do bills typically run per person?
The short answer: It all depends! A reasonable estimate is possible for most properties, with one disclaimer: the age of a property, type of heating and cooling system, build quality, and of course usage patterns can all affect these numbers dramatically. Also, bills are almost always going to be cheaper when more people share a property, especially when it comes to flat-fee bills such as cable and internet. Generally speaking, a full package with cable and internet is going to run between 85 and 125 dollars per month. A City of Austin bill usually runs between 40 and 60 dollars per person during a normal month, while a Texas Gas bill is often as little as 10 or 15 dollars per person. Generally speaking, in newer complexes we often advise budgeting about 75 dollars per month for bills, especially because cable/internet is often included. Unless you are living by yourself, about 100 to 120 dollars per month is a fair estimate for a duplex, house, or condo.
