Hamlin, TX vs Matador, TX

Matador is moderately more affordable than Hamlin, with a 9.3% lower cost of living index. Hamlin scores 63 compared to 58 for Matador, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hamlin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamlin is $847/month compared to $580/month in Matador — a 46% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Matador has cheaper rent, Hamlin actually has lower median home values ($72,100 vs $86,300).

Median household income in Hamlin is $61,949 compared to $73,417 in Matador (-15.6%). Matador offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamlin spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, more than the 9.5% in Matador.

Climate-wise, Hamlin is notably warmer with an average of 65.9°F compared to 62.7°F in Matador. Hamlin receives more rainfall at 25.2" per year compared to 23.7" in Matador.