Gilmer, Texas vs. Athens, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Texas is 3.4% more expensive than Gilmer, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,713 in Athens, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Gilmer, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Texas is more expensive than Gilmer, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Athens
than in Gilmer, Texas
Gilmer, TX vs. Athens, TX
Compared to Gilmer, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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)
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  20.8% lower
  Health
  0.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher