Farwell, TX vs Gordon, TX

Gordon is moderately more affordable than Farwell, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Farwell scores 79 compared to 75 for Gordon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Farwell can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Farwell is $1,153/month compared to $946/month in Gordon — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Gordon has cheaper rent, Farwell actually has lower median home values ($129,800 vs $154,500).

Median household income in Farwell is $56,932 compared to $76,375 in Gordon (-25.5%). Gordon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Farwell spend roughly 24.3% of their income on rent, more than the 14.9% in Gordon.

Climate-wise, Gordon is notably warmer with an average of 65°F compared to 57.8°F in Farwell. Gordon receives more rainfall at 34.1" per year compared to 17.9" in Farwell.