Buchanan Dam, TX vs Gordon, TX

Gordon is moderately more affordable than Buchanan Dam, with a 11.2% lower cost of living index. Buchanan Dam scores 83 compared to 75 for Gordon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Buchanan Dam can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Buchanan Dam is $917/month compared to $946/month in Gordon — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Buchanan Dam has cheaper rent, Gordon actually has lower median home values ($154,500 vs $267,100).

Median household income in Buchanan Dam is $56,250 compared to $76,375 in Gordon (-26.4%). Gordon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Buchanan Dam spend roughly 19.6% of their income on rent, more than the 14.9% in Gordon.