Jasper, TX vs Ozona, TX

Ozona is moderately more affordable than Jasper, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Jasper scores 70 compared to 62 for Ozona, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Jasper can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Jasper is $853/month compared to $585/month in Ozona — a 46% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ozona has cheaper rent, Jasper actually has lower median home values ($130,200 vs $136,000).

Median household income in Jasper is $42,407 compared to $81,957 in Ozona (-48.3%). Ozona offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Jasper spend roughly 24.1% of their income on rent, more than the 8.6% in Ozona.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.4°F vs 66.7°F). Jasper receives more rainfall at 50.3" per year compared to 20.9" in Ozona.