Gilmer, TX vs Hughes Springs, TX

Hughes Springs is moderately more affordable than Gilmer, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Gilmer scores 74 compared to 70 for Hughes Springs, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gilmer can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilmer is $993/month compared to $833/month in Hughes Springs — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hughes Springs is more affordable at $138,600 median vs $160,700.

Median household income in Gilmer is $41,279 compared to $50,924 in Hughes Springs (-18.9%). Hughes Springs offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilmer spend roughly 28.9% of their income on rent, more than the 19.6% in Hughes Springs.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.2°F vs 66.2°F). Hughes Springs receives more rainfall at 45.3" per year compared to 45.3" in Gilmer.