Hurst, TX vs Lockhart, TX

Lockhart is moderately more affordable than Hurst, with a 13.6% lower cost of living index. Hurst scores 99 compared to 88 for Lockhart, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hurst can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hurst is $1,319/month compared to $1,161/month in Lockhart — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lockhart is more affordable at $218,400 median vs $287,600.

Median household income in Hurst is $71,743 compared to $67,252 in Lockhart (+6.7%). Hurst 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 Hurst spend roughly 22.1% of their income on rent, more than the 20.7% in Lockhart.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.6°F vs 68.4°F). Hurst receives more rainfall at 37" per year compared to 35.6" in Lockhart.