Central Gardens, TX vs Vernon, TX

Vernon is moderately more affordable than Central Gardens, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Central Gardens scores 75 compared to 67 for Vernon, 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 $870/month in Vernon — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Central Gardens has cheaper rent, Vernon actually has lower median home values ($89,700 vs $233,200).

Median household income in Central Gardens is $81,042 compared to $48,855 in Vernon (+65.9%). While Central Gardens is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Central Gardens spend roughly 11.8% of their income on rent, less than the 21.4% in Vernon.