Moving from Memphis to Killeen (2026)

Killeen has a COL index of 83 vs 83 for Memphis (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$50 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
83 โ†’ 83
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,100 โ†’ $1,050
per month
State tax
None โ†’ None
income tax
COL difference
83 โ†’ 83
0% more expensive

Salary needed in Killeen to match your Memphis lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in MemphisEquivalent in Killeen
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Save ~$69/moon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Memphis vs Killeen

ExpenseMemphisKilleen
Monthly take-home$4,741$4,741
1BR rent$1,100$1,050
Groceries$357$350
Transport$55$38
Utilities$170$170
Internet$55$60
Left after essentials$3,004$3,073

Frequently asked questions

Is Killeen cheaper than Memphis?

No. Killeen has a cost of living index of 83 vs 83 for Memphis (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Memphis to Killeen?

On a $75K salary, moving from Memphis to Killeen saves roughly $50/month on core expenses. That's ~$600/year.

What salary do I need in Killeen to match my Memphis lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Memphis, you'd need roughly $75,000/year in Killeen. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only