Keller, TX vs Richardson, TX

Richardson is moderately more affordable than Keller, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Keller scores 142 compared to 124 for Richardson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Keller can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Keller is $1,985/month compared to $1,825/month in Richardson — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Richardson is more affordable at $405,600 median vs $557,700.

Median household income in Keller is $172,654 compared to $96,257 in Richardson (+79.4%). While Keller is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Keller spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 22.8% in Richardson.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.9°F vs 68°F). Richardson receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 36.6" in Keller.