Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs South Padre Island, Texas


The cost of living in South Padre Island, Texas is 3.2% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $72,577 in South Padre Island, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Padre Island, Texas is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in South Padre Island
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs South Padre Island, TX
Compared to Houston, South Padre Island is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  28.3% lower
  Health
  5.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.1% lower

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