McGregor, TX vs Sulphur Springs, TX

McGregor is moderately more affordable than Sulphur Springs, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. McGregor scores 76 compared to 80 for Sulphur Springs, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sulphur Springs can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in McGregor is $1,059/month compared to $1,049/month in Sulphur Springs — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sulphur Springs has cheaper rent, McGregor actually has lower median home values ($146,000 vs $188,200).

Median household income in McGregor is $60,889 compared to $56,457 in Sulphur Springs (+7.9%). McGregor offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of McGregor spend roughly 20.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.3% in Sulphur Springs.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (67.1°F vs 66.4°F). Sulphur Springs receives more rainfall at 38.4" per year compared to 36.4" in McGregor.