Matador, TX vs Odem, TX

Matador is moderately more affordable than Odem, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Matador scores 58 compared to 66 for Odem, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Odem can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Matador is $580/month compared to $737/month in Odem — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Matador is more affordable at $86,300 median vs $137,500.

Median household income in Matador is $73,417 compared to $61,094 in Odem (+20.2%). 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 Matador spend roughly 9.5% of their income on rent, less than the 14.5% in Odem.

Climate-wise, Odem is notably warmer with an average of 73°F compared to 62.7°F in Matador. Odem receives more rainfall at 31.7" per year compared to 23.7" in Matador.