Harlingen, Texas vs. Port Arthur, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Port Arthur, Texas is 2.3% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,132 in Port Arthur, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Port Arthur, Texas is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Miscellaneous is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Miscellaneous
28% more expensive in Port Arthur
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Port Arthur, TX
Compared to Harlingen, Port Arthur is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.3% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  23.5% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  28.8% higher