Athens, TX vs Denver City, TX

Denver City is moderately more affordable than Athens, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Athens scores 82 compared to 78 for Denver City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Athens can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Athens is $1,069/month compared to $973/month in Denver City — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Denver City is more affordable at $184,000 median vs $205,700.

Median household income in Athens is $70,601 compared to $84,333 in Denver City (-16.3%). Denver City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Athens spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, more than the 13.8% in Denver City.