St. Clair Shores, Michigan vs. McAllen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in McAllen, Texas is 15.4% cheaper than St. Clair Shores, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $42,320 in McAllen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Clair Shores, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, McAllen, Texas is cheaper than St. Clair Shores, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% cheaper in McAllen
than in St. Clair Shores, Michigan
St. Clair Shores, MI vs. Mcallen, TX
Compared to St. Clair Shores, Mcallen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.4% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  35.5% lower
  Health
  21.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.5% lower