Krum, TX vs Stafford, TX

Stafford is moderately more affordable than Krum, with a 11.1% lower cost of living index. Krum scores 110 compared to 99 for Stafford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Krum can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Krum is $1,669/month compared to $1,441/month in Stafford — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stafford is more affordable at $247,900 median vs $286,300.

Median household income in Krum is $111,316 compared to $85,910 in Stafford (+29.6%). While Krum is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Krum spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, less than the 20.1% in Stafford.

Climate-wise, Stafford is notably warmer with an average of 71.1°F compared to 64.5°F in Krum. Stafford receives more rainfall at 49.7" per year compared to 35.6" in Krum.