Freeport, TX vs Groesbeck, TX

Groesbeck is moderately more affordable than Freeport, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Freeport scores 77 compared to 70 for Groesbeck, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Freeport can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Freeport is $1,061/month compared to $826/month in Groesbeck — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Groesbeck has cheaper rent, Freeport actually has lower median home values ($118,900 vs $144,100).

Median household income in Freeport is $53,606 compared to $54,615 in Groesbeck (-1.8%). Groesbeck offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Freeport spend roughly 23.8% of their income on rent, more than the 18.1% in Groesbeck.

Climate-wise, Freeport is notably warmer with an average of 70.7°F compared to 67°F in Groesbeck. Freeport receives more rainfall at 45.8" per year compared to 39.3" in Groesbeck.