Lawrence, Kansas vs. South Padre Island, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Padre Island, Texas is 0.9% cheaper than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $99,142 in South Padre Island, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Padre Island, Texas is cheaper than Lawrence, Kansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% cheaper in South Padre Island
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. South Padre Island, TX
Compared to Lawrence, South Padre Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.8% lower
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  5.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.1% lower