Newport, Kentucky vs. South Padre Island, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Padre Island, Texas is 8.5% more expensive than Newport, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $54,225 in South Padre Island, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Padre Island, Texas is more expensive than Newport, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
108% more expensive in South Padre Island
than in Newport, Kentucky
Newport, KY vs. South Padre Island, TX
Compared to Newport, South Padre Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  134.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  8.6% lower
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% lower