Haltom City, TX vs South Houston, TX

South Houston is moderately more affordable than Haltom City, with a 8.5% lower cost of living index. Haltom City scores 92 compared to 85 for South Houston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Haltom City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Haltom City is $1,329/month compared to $1,174/month in South Houston — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: South Houston is more affordable at $176,100 median vs $194,600.

Median household income in Haltom City is $56,156 compared to $52,611 in South Houston (+6.7%). The higher salaries in Haltom City partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Haltom City spend roughly 28.4% of their income on rent, more than the 26.8% in South Houston.

Climate-wise, South Houston is notably warmer with an average of 71.1°F compared to 65.9°F in Haltom City. South Houston receives more rainfall at 55.6" per year compared to 35.3" in Haltom City.