Keller, TX vs The Woodlands, TX

The Woodlands is moderately more affordable than Keller, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Keller scores 142 compared to 129 for The Woodlands, 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 $1,792/month in The Woodlands — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: The Woodlands is more affordable at $479,400 median vs $557,700.

Median household income in Keller is $172,654 compared to $141,353 in The Woodlands (+22.1%). 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 15.2% in The Woodlands.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.9°F vs 69.8°F). The Woodlands receives more rainfall at 50.8" per year compared to 36.6" in Keller.