Mangum, Oklahoma vs. Merkel, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Merkel, Texas is 14.6% more expensive than Mangum, Oklahoma.

You would need a salary of $57,307 in Merkel, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Mangum, Oklahoma.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merkel, Texas is more expensive than Mangum, Oklahoma
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
122% more expensive in Merkel
than in Mangum, Oklahoma
Mangum, OK vs. Merkel, TX
Compared to Mangum, Merkel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  7.3% higher
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher