Hughes Springs, TX vs Kress, TX

Kress is moderately more affordable than Hughes Springs, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Hughes Springs scores 70 compared to 62 for Kress, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hughes Springs can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hughes Springs is $833/month compared to $738/month in Kress — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kress is more affordable at $81,000 median vs $138,600.

Median household income in Hughes Springs is $50,924 compared to $46,875 in Kress (+8.6%). The higher salaries in Hughes Springs partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hughes Springs spend roughly 19.6% of their income on rent, more than the 18.9% in Kress.

Climate-wise, Hughes Springs is notably warmer with an average of 66.2°F compared to 61.4°F in Kress. Hughes Springs receives more rainfall at 45.3" per year compared to 18.3" in Kress.