What are the schools like in Hutto, TX?

Hutto is served primarily by HUTTO ISD. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.2:1.

What is the median household income in Hutto?

The median household income in Hutto, TX is $105,743 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Hutto, TX?

Hutto has an average high temperature of 60.7°F in January and 95.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches.

Hutto, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hutto, TX affordable or expensive?

Hutto's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hutto is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $279,800 and the median rent is $2,103 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hutto, TX?

Hutto has a violent crime rate of 57.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1034.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hutto, TX a Good Place to Live?

Hutto is a small city of 29,498 in Texas, with a median household income of $105,743 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Hutto stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Hutto is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hutto city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.6

Hutto's overall cost of living index is 97.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hutto costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hutto, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$279,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,103	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$105,743	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hutto's violent crime rate is 57.9 per 100,000 residents — 85% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

57.9 /100k

Property Crime

1034.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hutto is served primarily by HUTTO ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hutto, TX	National Avg
School District	HUTTO ISD	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	5	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hutto sees average highs of 60.7°F in January and 95.4°F in July, with 40.1 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Hutto, TX
Average High — January	60.7°F
Average High — July	95.4°F
Annual Precipitation	40.1"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Hutto, TX	National Avg
Population	29,498	—
Median Age	35.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	64.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	11.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	17.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.2%	6.3%
Under 18	26.3%	22.2%
65 and over	6.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Round Rock, TX 7 mi Taylor, TX 7 mi Pflugerville, TX 7 mi Weir, TX 10 mi Wells Branch, TX 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Hutto

Hutto, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

78634

Hutto vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hutto, TX affordable or expensive?

Hutto's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hutto roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $279,800 and median rent is $2,103/month.

What is the crime rate in Hutto, TX?

Hutto's violent crime rate is 57.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1034.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hutto?

Public schools in Hutto are operated by HUTTO ISD. The district has 7 elementary, 3 middle, and 5 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.2:1. 32.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hutto, TX a good place to live?

Hutto, TX has a population of 29,498, a median household income of $105,743, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hutto?

Hutto averages 60.7°F in January and 95.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.1 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hutto?

Hutto, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 78634.

What is the population of Hutto?

The population of Hutto, Texas is 29,498 with a median age of 35.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hutto?

Key numbers for living in Hutto: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $279,800, median household income $105,743, crime index 29 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hutto side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.