Lampasas, TX vs Overton, TX

Overton is moderately more affordable than Lampasas, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Lampasas scores 75 compared to 66 for Overton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lampasas can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lampasas is $867/month compared to $833/month in Overton — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Overton is more affordable at $114,100 median vs $197,000.

Median household income in Lampasas is $63,173 compared to $76,384 in Overton (-17.3%). Overton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lampasas spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Overton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (67.5°F vs 66.2°F). Overton receives more rainfall at 45.3" per year compared to 28.4" in Lampasas.