Phoenix, Arizona vs. South Padre Island, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Padre Island, Texas is 15.0% cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $63,753 in South Padre Island, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Phoenix, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Padre Island, Texas is cheaper than Phoenix, Arizona
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in South Padre Island
than in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, AZ vs. South Padre Island, TX
Compared to Phoenix, South Padre Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  27.7% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.9% lower