Johnson City, TX vs San Leon, TX

San Leon is moderately more affordable than Johnson City, with a 10.7% lower cost of living index. Johnson City scores 92 compared to 84 for San Leon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Johnson City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Johnson City is $1,012/month compared to $1,152/month in San Leon — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Johnson City has cheaper rent, San Leon actually has lower median home values ($166,700 vs $348,500).

Median household income in Johnson City is $47,232 compared to $76,573 in San Leon (-38.3%). San Leon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Johnson City spend roughly 25.7% of their income on rent, more than the 18.1% in San Leon.

Climate-wise, San Leon is notably warmer with an average of 72.3°F compared to 67.4°F in Johnson City. San Leon receives more rainfall at 47.2" per year compared to 33" in Johnson City.