Gilmer, TX vs Port Neches, TX

Gilmer is moderately more affordable than Port Neches, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Gilmer scores 74 compared to 85 for Port Neches, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Port Neches can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilmer is $993/month compared to $1,116/month in Port Neches — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gilmer is more affordable at $160,700 median vs $231,000.

Median household income in Gilmer is $41,279 compared to $84,335 in Port Neches (-51.1%). While Port Neches is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilmer spend roughly 28.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Port Neches.

Climate-wise, Port Neches is notably warmer with an average of 69.9°F compared to 66.2°F in Gilmer. Port Neches receives more rainfall at 62.1" per year compared to 45.3" in Gilmer.