Littlefield, TX vs Somerset, TX

Littlefield is moderately more affordable than Somerset, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Littlefield scores 69 compared to 81 for Somerset, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Somerset can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Littlefield is $1,022/month compared to $1,129/month in Somerset — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Littlefield is more affordable at $75,400 median vs $164,700.

Median household income in Littlefield is $56,312 compared to $75,337 in Somerset (-25.3%). While Somerset is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Littlefield spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Somerset.

Climate-wise, Somerset is notably warmer with an average of 71.1°F compared to 57.8°F in Littlefield. Somerset receives more rainfall at 29.7" per year compared to 17.9" in Littlefield.