Fort Stockton, TX vs Kerrville, TX

Fort Stockton is moderately more affordable than Kerrville, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Fort Stockton scores 77 compared to 88 for Kerrville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kerrville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fort Stockton is $977/month compared to $1,075/month in Kerrville — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fort Stockton is more affordable at $176,600 median vs $272,700.

Median household income in Fort Stockton is $69,688 compared to $59,431 in Kerrville (+17.3%). Fort Stockton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fort Stockton spend roughly 16.8% of their income on rent, less than the 21.7% in Kerrville.

Climate-wise, Kerrville is notably warmer with an average of 69.6°F compared to 66.6°F in Fort Stockton. Kerrville receives more rainfall at 24.9" per year compared to 12.8" in Fort Stockton.