Hico, TX vs Scotland, TX

Hico is moderately more affordable than Scotland, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Hico scores 64 compared to 71 for Scotland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Scotland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hico is $725/month compared to $935/month in Scotland — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hico is more affordable at $122,600 median vs $135,300.

Median household income in Hico is $52,250 compared to $77,500 in Scotland (-32.6%). While Scotland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hico spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, more than the 14.5% in Scotland.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (65°F vs 63.7°F). Hico receives more rainfall at 34.1" per year compared to 27.9" in Scotland.