Alton, TX vs Mexia, TX

Mexia is moderately more affordable than Alton, with a 8.7% lower cost of living index. Alton scores 70 compared to 65 for Mexia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alton is $981/month compared to $786/month in Mexia — a 25% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mexia is more affordable at $92,900 median vs $126,600.

Median household income in Alton is $48,777 compared to $36,589 in Mexia (+33.3%). While Alton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alton spend roughly 24.1% of their income on rent, less than the 25.8% in Mexia.