Harlingen, Texas vs. College Station, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in College Station, Texas is 25.2% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $53,450 in College Station, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, College Station, Texas is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in College Station
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. College Station, TX
Compared to Harlingen, College Station is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.2% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  180.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  3.8% lower
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% higher