Rockdale, Texas vs. Temple, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Temple, Texas is 11.4% more expensive than Rockdale, Texas.

You would need a salary of $66,862 in Temple, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockdale, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Temple, Texas is more expensive than Rockdale, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Temple
than in Rockdale, Texas
Rockdale, TX vs. Temple, TX
Compared to Rockdale, Temple is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  4.1% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower