Van Alstyne, Texas vs. Melissa, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Melissa, Texas is 7.2% more expensive than Van Alstyne, Texas.

You would need a salary of $62,172 in Melissa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Van Alstyne, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Melissa, Texas is more expensive than Van Alstyne, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Melissa
than in Van Alstyne, Texas
Van Alstyne, TX vs. Melissa, TX
Compared to Van Alstyne, Melissa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  5.3% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher