Hereford, TX vs Hudson, TX

Hereford is moderately more affordable than Hudson, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Hereford scores 70 compared to 81 for Hudson, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hudson can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hereford is $934/month compared to $1,131/month in Hudson — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hereford is more affordable at $109,100 median vs $169,000.

Median household income in Hereford is $51,799 compared to $51,733 in Hudson (+0.1%). Hereford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hereford spend roughly 21.6% of their income on rent, less than the 26.2% in Hudson.

Climate-wise, Hudson is notably warmer with an average of 66.4°F compared to 58.7°F in Hereford. Hudson receives more rainfall at 50.3" per year compared to 19.7" in Hereford.