Hitchcock, TX vs Troy, TX

Troy is moderately more affordable than Hitchcock, with a 8.7% lower cost of living index. Hitchcock scores 90 compared to 82 for Troy, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hitchcock can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hitchcock is $1,370/month compared to $1,141/month in Troy — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Troy has cheaper rent, Hitchcock actually has lower median home values ($159,500 vs $188,200).

Median household income in Hitchcock is $77,713 compared to $81,193 in Troy (-4.3%). Troy offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hitchcock spend roughly 21.2% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Troy.

Climate-wise, Hitchcock is notably warmer with an average of 72.3°F compared to 67.1°F in Troy. Hitchcock receives more rainfall at 47.2" per year compared to 36.4" in Troy.