Hondo, TX vs Kingsville, TX

Kingsville is moderately more affordable than Hondo, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Hondo scores 86 compared to 75 for Kingsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hondo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hondo is $1,163/month compared to $1,021/month in Kingsville — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kingsville is more affordable at $134,600 median vs $215,800.

Median household income in Hondo is $58,773 compared to $55,649 in Kingsville (+5.6%). Hondo does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Hondo spend roughly 23.7% of their income on rent, more than the 22% in Kingsville.

Climate-wise, Kingsville is notably warmer with an average of 73.3°F compared to 69.6°F in Hondo. Kingsville receives more rainfall at 27" per year compared to 24.9" in Hondo.