Clute, TX vs Sweeny, TX

Sweeny is moderately more affordable than Clute, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Clute scores 93 compared to 87 for Sweeny, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clute can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clute is $1,223/month compared to $1,238/month in Sweeny — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clute has cheaper rent, Sweeny actually has lower median home values ($180,700 vs $251,100).

Median household income in Clute is $66,224 compared to $64,557 in Sweeny (+2.6%). Clute does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Clute spend roughly 22.2% of their income on rent, less than the 23% in Sweeny.