Gordon, TX vs Somerville, TX

Somerville is moderately more affordable than Gordon, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Gordon scores 75 compared to 66 for Somerville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gordon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gordon is $946/month compared to $748/month in Somerville — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Somerville is more affordable at $143,600 median vs $154,500.

Median household income in Gordon is $76,375 compared to $64,013 in Somerville (+19.3%). While Gordon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gordon spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14% in Somerville.

Climate-wise, Somerville is notably warmer with an average of 69.4°F compared to 65°F in Gordon. Somerville receives more rainfall at 41.8" per year compared to 34.1" in Gordon.