Hooks, TX vs Mexia, TX

Mexia is moderately more affordable than Hooks, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Hooks scores 69 compared to 65 for Mexia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hooks can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hooks is $1,007/month compared to $786/month in Mexia — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mexia is more affordable at $92,900 median vs $103,200.

Median household income in Hooks is $43,929 compared to $36,589 in Mexia (+20.1%). While Hooks is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hooks spend roughly 27.5% of their income on rent, more than the 25.8% in Mexia.

Climate-wise, Mexia is notably warmer with an average of 67°F compared to 64°F in Hooks. Hooks receives more rainfall at 48.9" per year compared to 39.3" in Mexia.