Harlingen, Texas vs. Odessa, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Odessa, Texas is 19.1% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $89,321 in Odessa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Odessa, Texas is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Odessa
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Odessa, TX
Compared to Harlingen, Odessa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.1% higher
      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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  97.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  14.3% higher
  Health
  12.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  27.8% higher