Burke, TX vs Clarendon, TX

Clarendon is moderately more affordable than Burke, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Burke scores 69 compared to 61 for Clarendon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Burke can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Burke is $863/month compared to $713/month in Clarendon — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clarendon is more affordable at $93,700 median vs $112,500.

Median household income in Burke is $57,969 compared to $54,441 in Clarendon (+6.5%). The higher salaries in Burke partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Burke spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.7% in Clarendon.