Welch, West Virginia vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 11.4% more expensive than Welch, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $11,138 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Welch, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is more expensive than Welch, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
145% more expensive in Abilene
than in Welch, West Virginia
Welch, WV vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Welch, Abilene 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  144.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.4% higher
  Commute
  18.8% lower
  Health
  17.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher