El Campo, TX vs Grape Creek, TX

El Campo, TX and Grape Creek, TX have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.8% difference in their overall index. El Campo scores 78 while Grape Creek scores 74 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in El Campo is $973/month compared to $1,096/month in Grape Creek — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while El Campo has cheaper rent, Grape Creek actually has lower median home values ($109,000 vs $183,400).

Median household income in El Campo is $67,356 compared to $49,688 in Grape Creek (+35.6%). While El Campo is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of El Campo spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, less than the 26.5% in Grape Creek.