Ingleside, TX vs Lake Jackson, TX

Ingleside is moderately more affordable than Lake Jackson, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Ingleside scores 84 compared to 98 for Lake Jackson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lake Jackson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ingleside is $1,229/month compared to $1,417/month in Lake Jackson — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ingleside is more affordable at $179,300 median vs $248,900.

Median household income in Ingleside is $77,650 compared to $89,623 in Lake Jackson (-13.4%). The higher salaries in Lake Jackson partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Ingleside spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in Lake Jackson.

Climate-wise, Ingleside is notably warmer with an average of 75°F compared to 70.7°F in Lake Jackson. Lake Jackson receives more rainfall at 45.8" per year compared to 35.2" in Ingleside.