Cost of Living in Hartley, TX

With a cost of living index of 95, Hartley, TX is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 5% cheaper than the national average and 8% above the Texas state average of 88. Hartley is a small community of 514 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Hartley's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,538 (17% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $186,700 (39% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.5x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Hartley is $54,050, which is 28% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 34% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Hartley. The area sees an average annual temperature of 56.8°F, with summers averaging 77°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches spread over roughly 61 days.

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.