Detroit, Michigan vs. Port Isabel, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Port Isabel, Texas is 11.3% cheaper than Detroit, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $44,363 in Port Isabel, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Port Isabel, Texas is cheaper than Detroit, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% cheaper in Port Isabel
than in Detroit, Michigan
Detroit, MI vs. Port Isabel, TX
Compared to Detroit, Port Isabel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  140.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  52.3% lower
  Health
  22.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.3% lower