Millsap, TX vs Tatum, TX

Tatum is moderately more affordable than Millsap, with a 14.3% lower cost of living index. Millsap scores 84 compared to 73 for Tatum, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Millsap can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Millsap is $1,031/month compared to $852/month in Tatum — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tatum is more affordable at $200,800 median vs $205,000.

Median household income in Millsap is $69,167 compared to $70,708 in Tatum (-2.2%). Tatum offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Millsap spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.5% in Tatum.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (65.1°F vs 65.3°F). Tatum receives more rainfall at 50.3" per year compared to 31.8" in Millsap.