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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Data: HUD rent estimates, BLS cost of living

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Frisco, TX and McKinney, TX have similar living costs

$150.0K in your current city equals $150.0K in McKinney, TX

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX area
Overall Cost
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Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Frisco, TX

Population:225K
Cost Index:
100
100 = national average
Median Home:$661K

McKinney, TX

Population:214K
Cost Index:
100
(national average)
Median Home:$496K

Frisco, TX

The Lone Star State

225K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax

Located in Texas, this city has a population of 225K residents.

๐Ÿ’ก Advantage: Texas has no state income tax!

McKinney, TX

The Lone Star State

214K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax

Located in Texas, this city has a population of 214K residents.

๐Ÿ’ก Advantage: Texas has no state income tax!

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Frisco, TX vs McKinney, TX

Housing
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Frisco, TX
$2,651
McKinney, TX
$2,651
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Groceries
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Frisco, TX
$979
McKinney, TX
$979
Difference
$0
same
Transportation
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Frisco, TX
$1,298
McKinney, TX
$1,298
Difference
$0
same
All Utilities
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Frisco, TX
$563
McKinney, TX
$563
Difference
$0
same
Healthcare
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Frisco, TX
$632
McKinney, TX
$632
Difference
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Other
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Frisco, TX
$1,925
McKinney, TX
$1,925
Difference
$0
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๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$2,080
To$1,100
โ†“ $980
1 Bed
From$2,170
To$1,300
โ†“ $870
2 Bed
From$2,540
To$1,600
โ†“ $940
3 Bed
From$3,200
To$2,200
โ†“ $1,000
Frisco, TXZIP-level data

1BR range: $2,170โ€“$2,170/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$8,048
Monthly in Frisco, TX
$8,048
Monthly in McKinney, TX
$0
Difference

Home Values

Frisco
McKinney
$661K
Median Value
-
โ†“ -3.9%
YoY Change
-
โ†‘ +42.3%
5-Year Change
-

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

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Frisco, TX

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Texas State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

McKinney, TX

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Texas State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Additional Tax Information

Frisco, TX Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.8%

McKinney, TX Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.8%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Frisco
McKinney
40 Good
Air Quality
40 Good
77.5%
Good Air Days
77.5%
99 High
Climate Risk
99 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
Top Hazards
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โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
81 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
81 days
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
81 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
81 days

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