Fulton, TX vs Hamilton, TX

Hamilton is moderately more affordable than Fulton, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Fulton scores 73 compared to 64 for Hamilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fulton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fulton is $1,136/month compared to $749/month in Hamilton — a 52% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hamilton has cheaper rent, Fulton actually has lower median home values ($78,700 vs $95,000).

Median household income in Fulton is $54,007 compared to $46,466 in Hamilton (+16.2%). While Fulton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fulton spend roughly 25.2% of their income on rent, more than the 19.3% in Hamilton.

Climate-wise, Fulton is notably warmer with an average of 73°F compared to 65°F in Hamilton. Hamilton receives more rainfall at 34.1" per year compared to 28.4" in Fulton.