Savoy, TX vs Taft, TX

Taft is moderately more affordable than Savoy, with a 5.1% lower cost of living index. Savoy scores 76 compared to 72 for Taft, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Savoy can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Savoy is $1,053/month compared to $980/month in Taft — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Taft is more affordable at $124,200 median vs $139,100.

Median household income in Savoy is $60,268 compared to $67,431 in Taft (-10.6%). Taft offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Savoy spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 17.4% in Taft.

Climate-wise, Taft is notably warmer with an average of 73°F compared to 65°F in Savoy. Savoy receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 31.7" in Taft.