Hedley, TX vs Lometa, TX

Hedley is moderately more affordable than Lometa, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Hedley scores 56 compared to 62 for Lometa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lometa can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hedley is $634/month compared to $663/month in Lometa — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hedley is more affordable at $38,900 median vs $118,300.

Median household income in Hedley is $50,000 compared to $53,333 in Lometa (-6.2%). The higher salaries in Lometa partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hedley spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, more than the 14.9% in Lometa.

Climate-wise, Lometa is notably warmer with an average of 67.5°F compared to 59.2°F in Hedley. Lometa receives more rainfall at 28.4" per year compared to 22.7" in Hedley.