Arp, TX vs Quitaque, TX

Quitaque is moderately more affordable than Arp, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Arp scores 72 compared to 63 for Quitaque, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Arp can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Arp is $1,023/month compared to $795/month in Quitaque — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Quitaque is more affordable at $72,500 median vs $99,300.

Median household income in Arp is $59,219 compared to $52,500 in Quitaque (+12.8%). The higher salaries in Arp partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Arp spend roughly 20.7% of their income on rent, more than the 18.2% in Quitaque.