South Padre Island, Texas vs. Fullerton, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fullerton, California is 71.8% more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas.

You would need a salary of $171,753 in Fullerton, California to maintain the standard of living you have in South Padre Island, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fullerton, California is more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Fullerton
than in South Padre Island, Texas
South Padre Island, TX vs. Fullerton, CA
Compared to South Padre Island, Fullerton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  71.8% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  139.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  40.4% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  37.5% higher