Kerens, TX vs Nocona Hills, TX

Kerens is moderately more affordable than Nocona Hills, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Kerens scores 68 compared to 77 for Nocona Hills, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Nocona Hills can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kerens is $807/month compared to $1,057/month in Nocona Hills — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kerens is more affordable at $126,400 median vs $148,900.

Median household income in Kerens is $50,313 compared to $59,145 in Nocona Hills (-14.9%). While Nocona Hills is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kerens spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, less than the 21.4% in Nocona Hills.

Climate-wise, Kerens is notably warmer with an average of 67°F compared to 63.7°F in Nocona Hills. Kerens receives more rainfall at 39.3" per year compared to 27.9" in Nocona Hills.