Clifton, TX vs New London, TX

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. New London is 19% cheaper than Clifton. With a cost index of 63 vs 75, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from New London to Clifton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Clifton is $1,008/month compared to $581/month in New London — a 74% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New London has cheaper rent, Clifton actually has lower median home values ($147,500 vs $169,400).

Median household income in Clifton is $63,696 compared to $50,909 in New London (+25.1%). While Clifton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Clifton spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 13.7% in New London.