Melissa, Texas vs. Van Alstyne, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Van Alstyne, Texas is 6.7% cheaper than Melissa, Texas.

You would need a salary of $85,826 in Van Alstyne, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Melissa, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Van Alstyne, Texas is cheaper than Melissa, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Van Alstyne
than in Melissa, Texas
Melissa, TX vs. Van Alstyne, TX
Compared to Melissa, Van Alstyne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% lower
      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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  5.1% lower
  Health
  12.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower