Clearwater, Florida vs. South Padre Island, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Padre Island, Texas is 6.8% cheaper than Clearwater, Florida.

You would need a salary of $46,620 in South Padre Island, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Clearwater, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Padre Island, Texas is cheaper than Clearwater, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in South Padre Island
than in Clearwater, Florida
Clearwater, FL vs. South Padre Island, TX
Compared to Clearwater, South Padre Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.0% lower
  Commute
  13.7% lower
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.7% lower