2025 Compare Cities Cost of Living:
Belton, TX vs Fredericksburg, TX

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Is it cheaper to live in Fredericksburg or is it cheaper to live in Belton?
- Fredericksburg is 24.3% more expensive than Belton.

Which city has more affordable housing, Fredericksburg or Belton?
- Fredericksburg housing costs are 44.6% more expensive than Belton housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Belton or is Health Care more affordable in Fredericksburg.
- Health related expenses are 0.8% more in Fredericksburg.
 Belton, TXFredericksburg, TXUnited States
 Overall  Unlock104.0100
 Food & Groceries94.6  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock102.3100
 Housing90.5  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$548,400$338,100
 Utilities102  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock63.2100
 Miscellaneous93.4  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Belton    3 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

I've lived in this area for over 20 years. All in all, it's a good place to raise a family. Belton ISD has a good state rating. There is usually some sort of activity  More

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As a substitute teacher for BISD, I have had the opportunity to get to know many of the teachers and administrators, as well as the students. Belton is blessed to have  More

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Belton is a small town near Killeen and Fort Hood (large Army Base). It's economy depends a lot on the base for income so they have a captive audience that they can  More

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Reviews for Fredericksburg    1 Reviews

Over 6 years ago

A great place to visit. The number two best area for Wine. Second to Napa valley. Friendly people and great times. A must  More

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