Crockett, TX vs Hamlin, TX

Hamlin is moderately more affordable than Crockett, with a 8.8% lower cost of living index. Crockett scores 69 compared to 63 for Hamlin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Crockett can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crockett is $852/month compared to $847/month in Hamlin — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hamlin is more affordable at $72,100 median vs $119,500.

Median household income in Crockett is $41,528 compared to $61,949 in Hamlin (-33%). Hamlin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crockett spend roughly 24.6% of their income on rent, more than the 16.4% in Hamlin.