Central Gardens, TX vs Miles, TX

Miles is moderately more affordable than Central Gardens, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Central Gardens scores 75 compared to 72 for Miles, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Central Gardens can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Central Gardens is $798/month compared to $842/month in Miles — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Central Gardens has cheaper rent, Miles actually has lower median home values ($170,600 vs $233,200).

Median household income in Central Gardens is $81,042 compared to $77,917 in Miles (+4%). The higher salaries in Central Gardens partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Central Gardens spend roughly 11.8% of their income on rent, less than the 13% in Miles.