Crockett, TX vs Jefferson, TX

Jefferson is moderately more affordable than Crockett, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Crockett scores 69 compared to 65 for Jefferson, 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 $721/month in Jefferson — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Jefferson has cheaper rent, Crockett actually has lower median home values ($119,500 vs $143,800).

Median household income in Crockett is $41,528 compared to $40,865 in Jefferson (+1.6%). Crockett does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Crockett spend roughly 24.6% of their income on rent, more than the 21.2% in Jefferson.