Gilmer, TX vs Quail Creek, TX

Gilmer is moderately more affordable than Quail Creek, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Gilmer scores 74 compared to 81 for Quail Creek, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Quail Creek 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 $1,087/month in Quail Creek — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gilmer is more affordable at $160,700 median vs $191,100.

Median household income in Gilmer is $41,279 compared to $83,523 in Quail Creek (-50.6%). While Quail Creek 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 15.6% in Quail Creek.

Climate-wise, Quail Creek is notably warmer with an average of 70.7°F compared to 66.2°F in Gilmer. Gilmer receives more rainfall at 45.3" per year compared to 40.4" in Quail Creek.