Frisco, TX vs The Woodlands, TX

The Woodlands is moderately more affordable than Frisco, with a 10.7% lower cost of living index. Frisco scores 142 compared to 129 for The Woodlands, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Frisco can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Frisco is $1,902/month compared to $1,792/month in The Woodlands — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: The Woodlands is more affordable at $479,400 median vs $595,400.

Median household income in Frisco is $146,158 compared to $141,353 in The Woodlands (+3.4%). Frisco 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 Frisco spend roughly 15.6% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in The Woodlands.

Climate-wise, The Woodlands is notably warmer with an average of 69.8°F compared to 65°F in Frisco. The Woodlands receives more rainfall at 50.8" per year compared to 38.3" in Frisco.