Addison, TX vs Krum, TX

Krum is moderately more affordable than Addison, with a 14.7% lower cost of living index. Addison scores 126 compared to 110 for Krum, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Addison can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Addison is $1,717/month compared to $1,669/month in Krum — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Krum is more affordable at $286,300 median vs $466,000.

Median household income in Addison is $82,858 compared to $111,316 in Krum (-25.6%). Krum offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Addison spend roughly 24.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Krum.