Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Springfield is 7% more affordable than Frisco. A $75,000 salary in Frisco is equivalent to $69,783 in Springfield.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Frisco has a housing index of 142 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Frisco costs $500,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $270,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,900 in Frisco versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Frisco scores 99 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Frisco (100) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Frisco is $126,048 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Springfield.
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