Kennedale, TX vs Magnolia, TX

Magnolia is moderately more affordable than Kennedale, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Kennedale scores 102 compared to 94 for Magnolia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kennedale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kennedale is $1,215/month compared to $1,172/month in Magnolia — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Magnolia is more affordable at $285,200 median vs $356,300.

Median household income in Kennedale is $117,853 compared to $70,516 in Magnolia (+67.1%). While Kennedale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kennedale spend roughly 12.4% of their income on rent, less than the 19.9% in Magnolia.

Climate-wise, Magnolia is notably warmer with an average of 69.8°F compared to 66.8°F in Kennedale. Magnolia receives more rainfall at 50.8" per year compared to 36.2" in Kennedale.