Marfa, TX vs Matador, TX

Matador is moderately more affordable than Marfa, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. Marfa scores 63 compared to 58 for Matador, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Marfa can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Marfa is $395/month compared to $580/month in Matador — a 32% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Marfa has cheaper rent, Matador actually has lower median home values ($86,300 vs $217,600).

Median household income in Marfa is $38,205 compared to $73,417 in Matador (-48%). Matador offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Marfa spend roughly 12.4% of their income on rent, more than the 9.5% in Matador.

Climate-wise, Marfa is notably warmer with an average of 66.6°F compared to 62.7°F in Matador. Matador receives more rainfall at 23.7" per year compared to 12.8" in Marfa.