Kaufman, TX vs Stephenville, TX

Stephenville is moderately more affordable than Kaufman, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Kaufman scores 92 compared to 86 for Stephenville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kaufman can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kaufman is $1,319/month compared to $1,128/month in Stephenville — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Stephenville has cheaper rent, Kaufman actually has lower median home values ($195,900 vs $226,300).

Median household income in Kaufman is $58,269 compared to $55,504 in Stephenville (+5%). The higher salaries in Kaufman partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Kaufman spend roughly 27.2% of their income on rent, more than the 24.4% in Stephenville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.4°F vs 65°F). Kaufman receives more rainfall at 38.4" per year compared to 34.1" in Stephenville.