Moulton, TX vs Panhandle, TX

Panhandle is moderately more affordable than Moulton, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Moulton scores 80 compared to 74 for Panhandle, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Moulton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Moulton is $1,089/month compared to $981/month in Panhandle — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Panhandle is more affordable at $151,800 median vs $166,700.

Median household income in Moulton is $58,152 compared to $86,354 in Panhandle (-32.7%). Panhandle offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Moulton spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Panhandle.

Climate-wise, Moulton is notably warmer with an average of 70.7°F compared to 58.7°F in Panhandle. Moulton receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 19.7" in Panhandle.