Cost of Living in Hackberry, TX

With a cost of living index of 133, Hackberry, TX is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 33% more expensive than the national average and 46% above the Texas state average of 88. Hackberry is a small community of 2,927 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Hackberry's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,173 (65% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $386,500 (27% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Hackberry is $118,000, which is 57% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Hackberry. The area sees an average annual temperature of 64.5°F, with summers averaging 83°F and winters around 46°F. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches spread over roughly 82 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

Everyday prices in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.