Quitman, TX vs Seminole, TX

Seminole is moderately more affordable than Quitman, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Quitman scores 80 compared to 72 for Seminole, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Quitman can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Quitman is $1,047/month compared to $881/month in Seminole — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Seminole is more affordable at $151,000 median vs $179,100.

Median household income in Quitman is $61,387 compared to $62,325 in Seminole (-1.5%). Seminole offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Quitman spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17% in Seminole.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.6°F vs 64.8°F). Quitman receives more rainfall at 42.1" per year compared to 12.9" in Seminole.