Denison, TX vs Richland Hills, TX

Denison is moderately more affordable than Richland Hills, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Denison scores 81 compared to 95 for Richland Hills, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Richland Hills can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Denison is $1,161/month compared to $1,327/month in Richland Hills — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Denison is more affordable at $167,800 median vs $232,800.

Median household income in Denison is $60,821 compared to $67,628 in Richland Hills (-10.1%). The higher salaries in Richland Hills partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Denison spend roughly 22.9% of their income on rent, less than the 23.5% in Richland Hills.