Hico, TX vs Strawn, TX

Strawn is moderately more affordable than Hico, with a 11.4% lower cost of living index. Hico scores 64 compared to 57 for Strawn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hico 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 $602/month in Strawn — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Strawn is more affordable at $72,500 median vs $122,600.

Median household income in Hico is $52,250 compared to $48,036 in Strawn (+8.8%). The higher salaries in Hico partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hico spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Strawn.

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