Bedford, TX vs Stafford, TX

Stafford is moderately more affordable than Bedford, with a 6.8% lower cost of living index. Bedford scores 106 compared to 99 for Stafford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bedford can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bedford is $1,429/month compared to $1,441/month in Stafford — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bedford has cheaper rent, Stafford actually has lower median home values ($247,900 vs $322,300).

Median household income in Bedford is $81,393 compared to $85,910 in Stafford (-5.3%). Stafford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bedford spend roughly 21.1% of their income on rent, more than the 20.1% in Stafford.