South Padre Island, Texas vs. Thornton, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Thornton, Colorado is 33.0% more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas.

You would need a salary of $66,504 in Thornton, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in South Padre Island, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thornton, Colorado is more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Thornton
than in South Padre Island, Texas
South Padre Island, TX vs. Thornton, CO
Compared to South Padre Island, Thornton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.0% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.3% higher
  Commute
  42.3% higher
  Health
  15.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  41.1% higher